Basmati Rice and Peas

By MC042561

Ingredients

• 2 cups low sodium chicken broth
• 1 tbsp butter
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1 cup uncooked basmati rice
• 1 (15 1/2-oz) an black-eyed peas, rinsed and drained
• 1 1/2 tsp lemon zest
• 2 green onions, thinly sliced

Preparation

Step 1

1. Bring broth, butter, and salt to a boil over medium-high heat in a large saucepan. Stir in rice; cover, reduce heat to low, and simmer 20 minutes or until broth is absorbed and rice is tender. Remove from heat, and stir in peas and zest using a fork. Cover and let stand for 5 minutes. Sprinkle with onions.