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Easy Buttery Homemade Rice Pilaf: 1 Recipe!

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This easy buttery homemade rice pilaf is a simple and flavorful side dish that complements any meal. With just a few ingredients, you can create a restaurant-quality pilaf right at home.

Ingredients

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  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 small onion, finely chopped
  • 1 cup long-grain rice, rinsed
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley, for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  1. Heat the olive oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
  2. Add the rinsed rice to the saucepan and cook, stirring occasionally, for 2-3 minutes until the rice is lightly toasted.
  3. Pour in the chicken broth, add the butter, and season with salt and pepper. Bring to a boil.
  4. Reduce the heat to low, cover the saucepan, and simmer for 18-20 minutes, or until the rice is tender and the liquid is absorbed.
  5. Remove from heat and let stand, covered, for 5 minutes.
  6. Fluff the rice with a fork and garnish with chopped fresh parsley, if desired. Serve immediately.

Notes

For a richer flavor, toast the rice in butter instead of olive oil. You can also add a bay leaf to the broth while cooking for extra aroma.

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