Saturday, June 19, 2010

Day 168: Green Bean Pilaf

Day 168.

We are always looking for new and interesting side dishes. This one fit the bill!

Here's what you'll need.
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1 tablespoon butter
1/3 cup thin spaghetti, broken up
1 cup white rice
1 3/4 cup chicken stock
1 cup frozen green beans

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Begin by melting the butter in a lidded skillet.

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Add in the spaghetti and let it brown slightly.

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Once it begins to brown, add the rice.

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Give it a good stir.

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Pour in the chicken stock.

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Bring to a boil. Place a lid on it and reduce to a simmer. Simmer for about 18 minutes, or until all liquid is absorbed.

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Add in the green beans (and a glug of chicken stock if it seems dry) and slap the lid back on it. Cook for another 5 minutes, or until beans are done.

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Stir well.

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Serve hot.

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