PATCHWORK RICE PILAF

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Colorful and versatile, this side dish is always popular at a picnic, potluck or special dinner. The apples bring a subtle sweetness to the rice. This pilaf goes well with a variety of main dish meats and always disappears quickly.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 30m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

4 celery ribs, chopped
2 large onions, chopped
4 medium carrots, chopped
1 large green pepper, chopped
1/4 cup butter, cubed
2 medium tart red apples, chopped
2 cups sliced fresh mushrooms
2 packages (6.2 ounces each) fast-cooking long grain and wild rice mix
2 cans (10-1/2 ounces each) condensed chicken broth, undiluted
1-1/2 cups water
1/2 cup slivered almonds

Steps:

  • In a large skillet or saucepan, saute the celery, onions, carrots and green pepper in butter until crisp-tender. Add the apples and mushrooms; saute for 2 minutes. Stir in the rice, contents of seasoning packets, broth and water; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer according to rice package directions or until rice is tender and liquid is absorbed. Sprinkle with almonds.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 157 calories, Fat 7g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 10mg cholesterol, Sodium 410mg sodium, Carbohydrate 21g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 5g protein.

Tartagliaispretty
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I love the unique flavors in this rice pilaf. It's a great way to change up your usual rice routine.


Ido Salinas
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This rice pilaf is a keeper! I've made it several times and it's always a hit.


Randolph Wilkinson
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I'm so glad I found this recipe! It's a great way to make a delicious and flavorful rice pilaf.


nikolai Rodriguez
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This rice pilaf is a great way to add some flavor to your meals. It's also a healthy and affordable dish.


Talha Islam
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I'm not usually a fan of rice pilaf, but this recipe changed my mind. It was so delicious and flavorful, I couldn't stop eating it.


Ram dayal Khatwe
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This rice pilaf is a great way to use up leftover rice. It's also a great side dish for any meal.


Sami Jaan
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I love the unique flavors in this rice pilaf. It's a great way to change up your usual rice routine.


Feat Gaming
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This rice pilaf is a keeper! I've made it several times and it's always a hit.


Nafees Arfatzai
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I'm so glad I found this recipe! It's a great way to make a delicious and flavorful rice pilaf.


Lio Latu
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This rice pilaf is a great way to add some flavor to your meals. It's also a healthy and affordable dish.


Lila Dangi
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I love the versatility of this rice pilaf. I've made it with different types of rice and vegetables, and it's always delicious.


Tameem Ahammed
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This rice pilaf is a great way to use up leftover rice. It's also a great side dish for any meal.


Ibrahim Ahmmed
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I'm not usually a fan of rice pilaf, but this recipe changed my mind. It was so delicious and flavorful, I couldn't stop eating it.


Ali Gomez
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This is the best rice pilaf I have ever had! The combination of spices is perfect and the rice is so fluffy and flavorful.


Ghafar Khudayar
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I made this rice pilaf for a dinner party and it was a huge success! Everyone loved the unique flavors and the presentation was beautiful.


Md Aljabed
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This rice pilaf was a hit with my family! The flavors were amazing and the rice was cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.