Rice Pilaf

Ingredients

• a few handfuls of pasta nests, crushed
• 4 Tbs butter
• 5 cups chicken broth
• 2 cups old-fashioned rice (not instant)
• salt, to taste

Directions

1. melt butter in medium saucepan over medium heat
2. add the crushed pasta nests and brown evenly
3. add the broth and rice, stir
4. bring to a boil, then reduce heat, cover and simmer for 25 minutes or until liquid is absorbed
5. fluff with a fork and serve

 Notes: This makes a very large batch. I often halve the recipe, which will yield 4 hearty portions.


Contributed by: Heather Vataha