Recipe: Lemon Rice

LEMON RICE

"Serve with your favorite meat, chicken, or fish. For added flavor, try adding a spice, some chopped green bell pepper, or a few chopped walnuts."



1 cup uncooked white rice
1 teaspoon margarine (optional)
1 clove garlic, minced
1 teaspoon grated lemon peel
1/8 to 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
2 cups chicken broth
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley

Combine rice, margarine, garlic, lemon peel, pepper and broth in 2- to 3-quart saucepan. Bring to a boil; stir once or twice. Reduce heat; cover and simmer 15 minutes or until rice is tender and liquid is absorbed. Stir in parsley.

Makes 6 servings
Source: USA Rice Federation