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Homemade Rice-a-Roni

An easy recipe with all the flavor of Rice-a-Roni, but none of the processed ingredients.
Course Dinner, family dinner, rice, Side Dish
Cuisine american dinner, easy dinner
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 236kcal
Author Kathi & Rachel

Equipment

  • 1 medium size stovetop pan with lid

Ingredients

  • 2 tsp olive oil
  • 2 tsp butter
  • 1/4 cup vermicelli
  • 3/4 cup white rice

Broth Ingredients

  • 2 cups broth
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • pinch black pepper
  • 2 tsp granulated garlic
  • 1.5 tsp dehydrated onion
  • 1 tsp dried parsley
  • 1/2 tsp dried oregano
  • 1/2 tsp dried chives

Instructions

  • In a medium pan on medium heat, add butter and olive oil. Add vermicelli and white rice. Stir until golden brown.
  • While rice and vermicelli is sautéing, mix together broth mixture (broth and spices). Stir well. Set aside.
  • Turn heat to low, and while being cautious of splatter, pour broth mixture into rice and vermicelli. Add lid, and allow to cook for about 10 minutes.
  • Stir rice, remove lid, and continue to cook for additional 5 minutes.
  • Allow to slightly cool before serving. Enjoy!

Nutrition

Calories: 236kcal | Carbohydrates: 45g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 4g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Trans Fat: 0.1g | Cholesterol: 5mg | Sodium: 662mg | Potassium: 115mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 739IU | Vitamin C: 6mg | Calcium: 28mg | Iron: 1mg