Easy Pecan Rice
If you’ve never microwaved rice, you’re in for a treat. This Pecan Rice is so incredibly easy, and I get better results than on my stovetop. If you’re serving this with the pork and grapes above, aim to put the rice in the microwave about the same time you’re putting the pork in the oven.
- 1/2 cup chopped pecans
- 2 cups low sodium chicken stock
- 2 T. butter
- 1/2 t. salt
- 1 cup raw white rice--basmati is nice
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
Toast pecans in a 400° oven for 7 or 8 eight minutes or until fragrant. Set aside.
In a microwave-safe bowl (1 ½ quarts, or so), combine chicken stock, butter, salt, and rice. Microwave uncovered on high for 18 minutes.
When rice is done fluff with a fork and stir in pecans and parsley.