Vegetable Rice - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1/2 c. chicken broth
2 Tbsp. shredded carrot
2 Tbsp. finely chopped celery
1 Tbsp. sliced onion (small green onions are best)
1 tsp. margarine or butter
1/8 tsp. salt
dash of pepper
1/2 c. uncooked instant rice
1 Tbsp. chopped cashews (optional)
1 Tbsp. chopped fresh parsley

Preparation

In a small saucepan, combine chicken broth, carrot, celery, onion, margarine, salt and pepper.
Bring to a boil.
Remove from heat.
Add rice.
Cover; let stand 5 to 8 minutes or until liquid is absorbed.
Garnish with cashews and parsley.