Onion-Flavored Rice Mix

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A pantry-staple blend of rice and onion soup mix for quick, savory side dishes
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This versatile onion-flavored rice mix is a kitchen essential that transforms ordinary rice into a savory, aromatic side dish in minutes. By pre-mixing long-grain rice with dried parsley and classic onion soup seasoning, you create a convenient base that cooks up fluffy and flavorful every time. It’s perfect for busy weeknight dinners, potlucks, or as a hearty addition to soups and stews. The blend offers a comforting, home-style taste with a hint of herbal brightness from the parsley. Keep this mix in your pantry for an easy, reliable meal component that requires minimal effort but delivers maximum flavor.

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Onion-Flavored Rice Mix

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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 1 Calories: 470.7

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This versatile onion-flavored rice mix is a kitchen essential that transforms ordinary rice into a savory, aromatic side dish in minutes. By pre-mixing long-grain rice with dried parsley and classic onion soup seasoning, you create a convenient base that cooks up fluffy and flavorful every time. It&# 226;ÂÂs perfect for busy weeknight dinners, potlucks, or as a hearty addition to soups and stews. The blend offers a comforting, home-style taste with a hint of herbal brightness from the parsley. Keep this mix in your pantry for an easy, reliable meal component that requires minimal effort but delivers maximum flavor.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. In a large bowl, combine 4 cups of uncooked long-grain rice, 1 tablespoon of parsley flakes, 2 packages (1 1/4 oz each) of onion soup mix, and 1 teaspoon of salt.
  2. Stir the mixture thoroughly until the rice is evenly coated with the seasoning.
  3. To cook, measure 1 1/3 cups of the prepared rice mix into a medium saucepan.
  4. Add 2 cups of cold water and 1 tablespoon of butter or margarine to the saucepan.
  5. Bring the mixture to a boil over high heat.
  6. Once boiling, cover the saucepan with a tight-fitting lid and reduce the heat to low.
  7. Simmer for 15 to 25 minutes, or until all the liquid has been absorbed and the rice is tender.
  8. Remove from heat and let stand covered for 5 minutes before fluffing with a fork.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 1

Amount Per Serving
Calories 470.7kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 7.1g11%
Saturated Fat 1.5g8%
Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
Sodium 5411.2mg226%
Total Carbohydrate 90.3g31%
Dietary Fiber 2.4g10%
Sugars 8.9g
Protein 8.0g16%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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