Yield: 2-4

Herb Garden Rice Pilaf with Fresh Garlic, Basil, Thyme and Oregano

Herb Garden Rice Pilaf with Fresh Garlic, Basil, Thyme and Oregano
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes

Ingredients

  • 2 cups + 2 Tbl. water
  • 1 cup rice
  • 3 Tbl. butter, cut up
  • 1 Tbl. Superior Touch Better Than Bouillon Chicken Base
  • 1 1/2 tsp. finely minced fresh garlic
  • 1/8 tsp. coarse ground black pepper
  • 3 fresh basil leaves, stacked, rolled up lengthwise, and thinly sliced crossways
  • 1/2 tsp. fresh thyme leaves
  • 1/2 tsp. fresh oregano leaves
  • 1/2 tsp. finely grated lemon zest, optional
  • 1 small chive, finely snipped, optional
  • finely shaved parmesan cheese, optional

Instructions

  • In medium saucepan, add water, rice, butter, chicken base, garlic and pepper.
  • Cover and bring to a boil over medium heat.
  • When just to a boil, stir in fresh herbs. Cover and turn heat down to LOW.
  • LOW simmer for 15 minutes. Remove from heat and let stand for 5 minutes. (*Do not remove lid during cooking and resting time.)
  • Stir and fluff with fork. *If wanting a bit lemon zest, add now.
  • Garnish with a tiny bit of fresh oregano leaves, fresh thyme sprigs, chives and shaved parmesan cheese if desired.

    • Notes

    *If you're an expert rice maker, you can omit the extra 2 Tbl. water. I add it though, and my rice is always done without being overcooked and stuck to the bottom of the pan. It's the only thing that seems to work for me.