Budget Rice-A-Roni

• rice and vermicelli mix
• 5 cups white rice (not instant)
• 5 cups vermicelli (pasta, broken into 3/4 - 1 inch pieces approximately)
• 1/2 cup dried onion flakes
• 1/2 cup dried parsley
• To make 4-6 Servings (1 cup mix plus)
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 1 1/2 cups broth (your choice of flavors. Homemade preferred for salt content and best flavor)
• 3/4 cup water
• salt and pepper (to taste)

1. In a large airtight container combine rice, vermicelli, onion flakes and parsley. Store in the pantry to use as needed.
2. To make 4-6 Servings:
3. In a large skillet with a tight fitting lid melt 2 tablespoons Butter.
4. Add 1 cup of the rice/vermicelli mixture and saute over medium-high heat until vermicelli is browned. Increase heat to high and immediately add broth and water. Bring to boil. (Note: You can also heat broth and water to a boil before adding to rice/vermicelli mixture if desired.)
5. Reduce heat. Cover and simmer gently for about 15-20 minutes or until most of the liquid is absorbed. Do not lift lid.
6. Remove from heat. Fluff with fork. Taste and season with salt and pepper as desired.

rice, white rice, vermicelli, onion flakes, parsley, butter, broth, water, salt

Taken from www.food.com/recipe/budget-rice-a-roni-326633 (may not work)