BROWN RICE PILAF

By Lady Butterfly

Ingredients

• 1/4 c. slivered almonds
• 2 tbsp. butter
• 1 c. brown rice
• 1 c. sliced mushrooms
• 1/2 c. thinly sliced carrots
• 1 (14 oz.) can chicken broth
• 1 c. water
• 2 tbsp. soy sauce
• 1 green onion, thinly sliced

Preparation

Step 1

Saute almonds in 1 tablespoon of the butter until golden brown. Remove and set aside. Melt remaining butter; stir in the rice, saute until lightly browned.

Add the mushrooms, carrots, broth, water and soy sauce; bring to a boil. Cover and lower heat to a simmer. Cook 45 minutes or until tender, yet chewy. Garnish with the almonds and green onion.