SLOW-COOKER SPRING RICE PILAF
Fortify standby long-grain rice with a colorful mix of vegetables-carrots, sweet peas, red bell pepper. Toasted almonds bring surprising crunch to this tasty and pretty spring-fresh side.
Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Side Dish
Time 3h10m
Yield 16
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- In 12-inch skillet, melt butter over medium-high heat. Add rice, onion and salt; cook 8 to 10 minutes, stirring frequently, until rice is lightly golden brown. Stir in broth and water. Heat to boiling; remove from heat.
- Spray inside of 3- to 4-quart slow cooker with cooking spray. Pour rice mixture into cooker. Stir in carrots. Make sure all rice is under liquid and not sticking to side of cooker.
- Cover; cook on Low heat setting 2 to 2 hours 30 minutes.
- Stir in peas and bell pepper. Increase heat setting to High; cover and cook 15 to 20 minutes or until hot. Sprinkle with almonds and parsley. Rice will hold on Low heat setting up to 2 hours; stir occasionally.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 140, Carbohydrate 23 g, Cholesterol 5 mg, Fat 1/2, Fiber 0 g, Protein 3 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 220 mg, Sugar 0 g, TransFat 0 g
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[email protected]I'm a huge fan of rice pilaf, and this recipe is one of my favorites. The combination of flavors is perfect and the rice is always cooked perfectly.
Akua Fosuaa
[email protected]This dish is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. My kids loved the bright colors and the delicious flavors.
Inkeri Rantala
[email protected]This recipe was easy to follow and the results were delicious. The rice was fluffy and flavorful, and the vegetables were cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again!
Arham ahmed
[email protected]I made this dish for a dinner party and it was a huge success. The presentation was beautiful and the flavors were amazing. My guests raved about it.
Sarah Zaza
[email protected]I've tried several different spring rice pilaf recipes, and this one is by far the best. The flavors are perfectly balanced and the rice is cooked to perfection.
SK Tariful
[email protected]This recipe is a great way to use up leftover rice. I had some leftover brown rice and this was the perfect way to use it up. The dish was flavorful and satisfying.
Isaac Olivares
[email protected]I made this recipe for a potluck and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved it and asked for the recipe. I'll definitely be making it again.
Martin Njuguna
[email protected]This dish was easy to make and turned out delicious. I followed the recipe exactly and it came out perfect. Will definitely be making this again!
Terrance Thrash
[email protected]I've made this recipe several times now, and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The rice is always cooked perfectly, and the flavors are amazing. I highly recommend this recipe!
Logana Veersakam
[email protected]This recipe was a hit with my family! The rice was fluffy and flavorful, and the vegetables were cooked perfectly. I especially loved the addition of the lemon zest and fresh herbs, which gave the dish a bright and refreshing flavor.