Hippie Rice Pilaf

• 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
• 34 cup long-grain white rice
• 14 cup vermicelli, small pieces that are broken
• 1 garlic clove, minced
• 2 cups water
• 2 teaspoons fresh herbs, of your choice (try oregano or sage)
• salt and pepper, to taste

1. Heat the oil in a pan over a medium-high flame.
2. Add the rice and pasta, stirring constantly.
3. Cook until both are slightly browned.
4. Add the garlic and cook for a minute longer.
5. Add the water and bring to a boil.
6. Cover and reduce the heat to medium low.
7. Cook for 15 minutes or until the water is abosorbed and the rice is tender.
8. Stir in fresh herbs and salt and pepper to taste.

extra virgin olive oil, longgrain white rice, vermicelli, garlic, water, fresh herbs, salt

Taken from www.food.com/recipe/hippie-rice-pilaf-346329 (may not work)