RICE A RONI FROM SCRATCH

RICE A RONI FROM SCRATCH

• 3 tablespoons butter
• 1 cup spaghetti or vermicelli broken into 1/2 inch pieces
• 1 1/2 cups long grain white rice
• 4 cups chicken broth
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
• 1/4 teaspoon pepper
• 2 tablespoons chopped parsley
• 1/2 cup diced tomatoes optional

INSTRUCTIONS

• Melt the butter in a large pan over medium heat.
• Add the pasta to the pan and cook until browned, about 3-5 minutes.
• Add the rice to the pan and cook for 1 more minute.
• Add the chicken broth, salt, garlic powder, onion powder and pepper to the pan.
• Bring the mixture to a simmer. Cover the pan and turn the heat to low.
• Cook for approximately 15 minutes or until all the liquid is absorbed. Fluff with a fork and sprinkle with parsley.
• Stir in tomatoes if using, then serve.