Near East Rice Pilaf Mushroom Herb

Safe Handling Instructions: This product is not ready to eat and must be 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 18 to 20 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 3 cups and cook time to 33 to 35 minutes. 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, 2-1/4 cups water, and 1 tablespoon olive oil or butter. 2. Microwave uncovered at high 18 to 21 minutes or until most of water is absorbed (Microwave ovens may vary. Adjust times as needed). 3. Let stand about 5 minutes or until all water is absorbed. 4. Fluff pilaf lightly with fork before serving.