SOUTHERN LIVING'S LEMON RICE

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From Nov 2007. This is a perfect side dish and the tart lemon peel adds a light citrusy note. Use basmati rice for the best flavor.

Provided by Bren in LR

Categories     Rice

Time 35m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 garlic clove
2 cups chicken broth
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup basmati rice
1 tablespoon grated lemon rind

Steps:

  • Slightly smash garlic clove using flat side of knife. Stir together garlic, broth, butter and salt in a large saucepan; bring to a boil over high heat.
  • Stir in rice; reduce heat to low, and cook, covered, 20 minutes or until broth mixture is absorbed and rice is tender.
  • Remove and discard garlic; stir in lemon rind using a fork.
  • For Lemon-Dill Rice: Proceed with recipe as directed, stirring 1 teaspoon dried dill into cooked rice with lemon rind.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 128.3, Fat 1.4, SaturatedFat 0.3, Sodium 445, Carbohydrate 24.4, Fiber 1.2, Sugar 0.5, Protein 4.1

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