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Holiday Rice Recipes

Easy Holiday Rice
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Effortless holiday rice recipes Simple holiday rice side dish Quick easy cooking

Ingredients

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  • 1 1/2 cups long-grain rice
  • 3 cups chicken broth
  • 1 cup dried cranberries
  • 1/2 cup chopped pecans or walnuts
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1/2 cup finely diced onion
  • 1/2 cup finely diced celery
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • Pinch of salt and pepper
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley

Instructions

  • Rinse the rice under cold water until the water runs clear.
  • Toast the pecans or walnuts in a dry skillet over medium heat until fragrant, about 5 minutes. Watch carefully to avoid burning.
  • In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the onion and celery and sauté until softened, about 5 minutes.
  • Add the rinsed rice to the saucepan and stir to coat with the butter and vegetables.
  • Pour in the chicken broth, add the cinnamon, nutmeg, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 20-25 minutes, or until the rice is cooked and the liquid is absorbed.
  • Stir in the dried cranberries and toasted pecans or walnuts.
  • Fluff the rice with a fork and garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

Notes

This Easy Holiday Rice recipe is a vibrant, flavorful, and simple side dish that is visually stunning and guaranteed to be a crowd-pleaser. It’s customizable and perfect for creating joyful memories around the table.

Find it online: https://homecookstudio.com/easy-holiday-rice-recipes/