Christmas Rice
1/2 C. finely chopped onion
3 celery ribs, finely chopped
1/2 sweet red pepper, chopped
1/2 green pepper, chopped
1 T. butter
2 C. chicken broth
2 C. uncooked instant rice
1/2 tsp. salt-optional
1/4 tsp. pepper
In a skillet saute onion, celery and peppers in butter for 2 minutes or till crisp tender
Remove from heat and set aside
In a saucepan bring broth to a full boil
Remove from heat and quickly stir in rice, celery mixture and salt and pepper
Cover and let stand for 6-7 minutes
Stir before serving
Recipe submitted by florentine on 12/4/98
