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Fruity Rice Mix

Name: Fruity Rice Mix
Prep time: 10 min
Total time: 10 min
Yield: 4 servings per batch.
Ingredients: 11 cups uncooked long grain rice; 4-1/2 cups diced dried apricots; 2-1/2 cups golden raisins; 1-1/2 cups slivered almonds; 1 cup chicken bouillon granules; 3 tablespoons brown sugar; ADDITIONAL INGREDIENTS:; 2 cups water; 1 tablespoon butter

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Total Time

Prep/Total Time: 10 min.

Makes

4 servings per batch

Dried apricots and golden raisins lend sweetness and pretty color to this flavorful rice mix from Emily Chaney of Penobscot, Maine. "I usually serve this special side dish with fish or chicken," she relates. "Dotted with almonds it gets rave reviews from my family."

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Ingredients

11 cups uncooked long grain rice
4-1/2 cups diced dried apricots
2-1/2 cups golden raisins
1-1/2 cups slivered almonds
1 cup chicken bouillon granules
3 tablespoons brown sugar
ADDITIONAL INGREDIENTS:
2 cups water
1 tablespoon butter

Directions

In a bowl, combine the first six ingredients. Store in airtight containers in a cool, dry place for up to 6 months. Yield: 21 batches (21 cups total).
To prepare rice: In a saucepan, combine 1 cup rice mix, water and butter. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 25-30 minutes or until water is absorbed.

Nutrition Facts

3/4 cup: 164 calories, 4g fat (2g saturated fat), 8mg cholesterol, 511mg sodium, 29g carbohydrate (7g sugars, 2g fiber), 3g protein.

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