MY MOM'S GREEK LEMON RICE

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This was the Greek lemon rice that I grew up on. It's simple and flavorful. I hope you all enjoy it.

Provided by BlutoNYC

Categories     Side Dish     Rice Side Dish Recipes

Time 55m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 6

½ stick butter
2 cups converted long-grain white rice
1 (32 fluid ounce) container chicken broth
½ lemon, juiced
1 teaspoon salt
3 bay leaves

Steps:

  • Melt butter in a pot over low heat. Pour in rice and stir to coat in butter. Let simmer on low heat, stirring occasionally, until toasted but not burnt, about 10 minutes.
  • Pour chicken broth, lemon juice, salt, and bay leaves into rice mixture. Bring to a rapid boil; continue to boil for 5 minutes. Reduce heat to a simmer, cover, and let simmer for 20 minutes.
  • Remove from heat and let sit, covered, for 10 minutes. Fluff with a fork and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 155.9 calories, Carbohydrate 25.7 g, Cholesterol 12 mg, Fat 4.4 g, Fiber 0.9 g, Protein 3 g, SaturatedFat 2.5 g, Sodium 579.6 mg, Sugar 0.5 g

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