Green Onion Rice Pilaf

Green Onion Rice Pilaf

1/4 c. olive oil
1 Medium onion diced small
1 t. minced garlic
2 c. long or short grain white rice
2 t. salt
1 t. black pepper
3 c. chicken broth
1/4 -1/2 c. thinly sliced green onion tops

Place in an ovenproof saucepan over medium-high heat and add the olive oil.   Once the oil is hot, add the onions and cook stirring often, until they are tender and translucent, about 4 to 5 minutes.  Add the garlic to the pan and saute for 30 seconds.  Add the rice to the pan and saute ( being sure to stir the rice and coat it with the oil), until toasted, about 4 to 5 minutes.  Season the rice with the salt and pepper.  Add the chicken broth to the pan and cook, stirring occasionally, until the water comes to a boil.  Cover the pan with a lid and place the saucepan in the oven. Cover the pan with a lid and place the saucepan in the oven.  Cook the rice for 30 minutes, remove from the oven and let stand  for 5 minutes.  Remove the lid, and add the green onions to the pan and toss with fork to combine.

****** I usually cook this in my rice cooker.  You will know if your liquid is right if you press your hand down on the rice and the liquid comes to your wrist ( covering your whole hand) .  Make sure it does. This recipe is awesome with any chicken dish.