Use a homemade rice dish instead of potatoes for your meal.
As the grocery bill continues to increase, homemade recipes for boxed dinners and side dishes help control the cost of feeding your family. Rice-a-Roni, referred to as "the San Francisco treat," is made from ordinary ingredients found in your pantry. Not only do you save money making your own rice dish but you also have control over the ingredients. You can use fresh spices and vegetable broth for a vegan dish. Make the recipe in bulk to have it handy whenever you need a flavored rice dish.
Instructions
1. Break the vermicelli into bite-size pieces. Add the rice, dried spices and bouillon granules. Mix the ingredients together to blend the flavors.
2. Pour the mix into a storage container. Seal with the lid and store in a dry space in the pantry.
3. Make the seasoned rice mix by heating 2 tbsp. butter or olive oil in a heavy skillet on medium heat.
4. Add 1 cup of the rice mix to the skillet and stir to coat with the oil. Continue cooking until the pasta browns. Add 2 cups of water to the skillet. Cover and turn down the temperature to a simmer.
5. Allow the rice mixture to simmer for 20 to 25 minutes until the rice is done. Serve immediately.
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