Near East Long Grain & Wild Rice Garlic & Herb

Safe Handling Instructions: This product is not ready - to - eat and must ne thoroughly cooked before eating to prevent illness from potential bacteria in the product. Do not eat or play with raw product; wash hands, utensils, and surfaces after handling. Range Top Directions: 1. In medium saucepan, bring 1-3/4 cups water and 1 tablespoon olive oil or butter just to a boil. 2. Stir in rice and contents of Spice Sack. Return to a boil. 3. Cover; reduce heat to low. Simmer 25 to 30 minutes or until most of water is absorbed. 4. Fluff pilaf lightly with fork before serving. About 3 cups prepared. High Altitude Preparation: At high altitudes, increase water to 2 cups. Low Fat Directions: Follow package directions, except substitute olive oil with 3 tablespoons water. (See nutrition facts for sodium content). Microwave Directions: 1. In round 2-quart microwaveable glass casserole, combine rice, contents of Spice Sack, 3 cups water, and 1 tablespoon olive oil or butter. 2. Microwave uncovered, at high 24 to 29 minutes or until most of water is absorbed*. 3. Fluff pilaf lightly with fork before serving. * Microwave ovens may vary. Adjust times as needed.