Robyns Microwave Rice Pilaf Recipes

MICROWAVE RICE PILAF

Steps:

• In a 1-qt. microwave-safe dish, combine the onion, celery, green pepper and butter. Microwave, uncovered, on high for 2-4 minutes or until vegetables are crisp-tender. , Stir in the remaining ingredients. Cook on high for 7-10 minutes or until rice is tender.

EASY MICROWAVE RICE PILAF

Steps:

• Combine onion, celery, green pepper, and margarine in 1 quart casserole dish. Sprinkle with garlic powder, cover, and microwave on high 3 to 5 minutes.
• Stir in hot water, uncooked rice, and bouillon.
• Microwave 5 minutes on high, then 10 to 12 minutes on 50 % power. Let stand 5 minutes, fluff with fork.

ROBYN'S MICROWAVE RICE PILAF

Steps:

• In a microwavable dish, mix broth and seasonings, except parsley.
• Add rice and microwave for 5 minutes (or as minute rice directs).
• Remove from microwave and let rice sit for 2-4 minutes, until all liquid is absorbed. (Covering dish with plastic wrap will help with the absorption).
• Fluff rice with fork and garnish with dried parsley.

SPICY LENTIL RICE PILAF

Steps:

• pour oil into a heavy, wide pan with a tight-fitting lid. Add onion, garlic and salt. Sweat until aromatic, stirring constantly.
• Add rice and stir to coat. Continue stirring until rice smells nutty.
• Add water,bouillon cubes, orange zest, spices and bay leaf. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, cover and simmer for 20-25 minutes. Remove from heat and let stand 5 to 10 minutes.
• Thaw the peas in a microwave. Stir in peas, and fluff with a fork. Sprinkle with raisins and pistachios.

MICROWAVE RICE PILAFF

Steps:

• In a 2 qt casserole dish, combine butter, rice, onions, celery and garlic.
• Microwave 5 minutes on High.
• Add chicken broth, thyme and parsley.
• Cover and cook 15 minutes stirring twice during cooking time.
• Let stand 10 minutes to finish cooking before serving.
• Serves 6.
• Tips:.
• Use fresh herbs for best results.