Herb Mix for Rice

Total Time

Prep/Total Time: 25 min.

Makes

4 servings

Updated: Oct. 12, 2022
This flavorful herb mix for rice is a great recipe to mix ahead as a side with baked chicken or pork chops. Just increase or decrease the amount for the servings needed. —Arlene Haupt, Madison, Wisconsin

Ingredients

  • 5 tablespoons beef bouillon granules
  • 3 tablespoons dried parsley flakes
  • 2 tablespoons dried minced onion
  • 4 teaspoons dried basil
  • 2 teaspoons dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • ADDITIONAL INGREDIENTS (for each batch):
  • 2 cups water
  • 1 cup uncooked long grain rice

Directions

  1. In an airtight container, combine the first six ingredients. Store in a cool, dry place for up to 1 year. Yield: 4 batches (about 3/4 cup total).
  2. To prepare rice: In a saucepan, bring water and 3 tablespoons herb mix to a boil. Stir in rice. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 15 minutes or until rice is tender and liquid is absorbed.

Nutrition Facts

3/4 cup: 179 calories, 1g fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 742mg sodium, 39g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 1g fiber), 4g protein.