Bud’s Special Rice for Special Company

May 21, 2023May 21, 20230 3

Bud's Special Rice for Special Company Recipe

by The Chefin Rice

Prep

5 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

30 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

	4 cups water
	1 teaspoon salt
	2 cups long grain white rice
	4 -6 tablespoons butter ( I replaced 1 tablespoon of butter with good quality olive oil )
	1/2 cup pine nuts
	1 small whole cinnamon sticks or 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
	fresh ground black pepper

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

4-6

Calories

250

Sugar

Fat

11g

Bud's Special Rice is a delicious rice dish that originated in the Middle East. It has been enjoyed for centuries and is a popular dish in many parts of the world. This dish is perfect for special occasions when you want to impress your guests with a flavorful and aromatic dish. The combination of rice, butter, and pine nuts creates a rich flavor that will leave your guests wanting more. The dish is easy to make and can be served alone or alongside other dishes. It's the perfect dish for hosting a dinner party or celebrating a special occasion with your loved ones.

Instructions

1.	Rinse the rice in a strainer until the water runs clear. Drain well.
2.	Bring the water and salt to a boil in a large saucepan.
3.	Add the rice and stir well. Add the cinnamon stick if using. Reduce the heat to low and cover the pan with a tight-fitting lid.
4.	Cook for 18-20 minutes until the water has been absorbed and the rice is tender.
5.	Remove from heat and let stand with the lid on for 5-10 minutes.
6.	In a separate pan, melt the butter (or butter and olive oil mixture) over low heat.
7.	Add the pine nuts and cook until golden brown.
8.	Add the cooked rice to the pan and stir well. Remove the cinnamon stick if used.
9.	Season with freshly ground black pepper.

PROS

Bud’s Special Rice is a tasty and popular rice dish that is easy to make with only a few ingredients.

This dish can be served alone or as a side dish to compliment other dishes.

CONS

The butter and pine nuts can make this dish high in calories so it should be enjoyed in moderation.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Rice is low in fat and calories and is an excellent source of carbohydrates and fiber.
It also contains essential vitamins and minerals like thiamin, niacin, vitamin D, calcium, and iron.
Pine nuts are a good source of protein and contain heart-healthy fats that help to reduce cholesterol levels and improve heart health.