Easy Holiday Rice Recipe
Whip up Easy Holiday Rice with my familys recipe tested in my Texas kitchen Quick kidapproved comfort food thats so easy to make my kids love this Get the recipe
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings
- Category: Side Dish
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 1 cup long-grain rice
- 2 1/4 cups chicken broth
- 1/2 cup dried cranberries
- 1/2 cup pecans, chopped
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Melt the butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté for 5-7 minutes, or until softened and translucent.
- Add the rice to the saucepan and stir to coat it with the melted butter and onion. Toast the rice for about 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Pour in the chicken broth, then add the dried cranberries, pecans, cinnamon, and cloves. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Give everything a good stir to combine.
- Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low, cover the saucepan, and simmer for 18-20 minutes, or until the rice is cooked through and the liquid is absorbed.
- Remove the saucepan from the heat and let it stand, covered, for 5 minutes. Fluff the rice with a fork. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
This easy holiday rice, with its vibrant cranberries and crunchy pecans, is a recipe that brings a touch of Texas warmth to your holiday gathering. It’s not overly sweet, making it the perfect complement to savory dishes.
Find it online: https://familiesrecipes.com/easy-holiday-rice-recipe/