Baked Herb Rice - cooking recipe

Ingredients

2 c. regular rice, uncooked
5 Tbsp. butter, melted
4 c. consomme, heated and divided (chicken, best)
1/4 tsp. oregano
1/4 tsp. thyme
1 Tbsp. parsley flakes
3/4 c. finely chopped celery
1/2 c. finely chopped onion
1 c. slivered almonds

Preparation

Brown rice in butter for 5 minutes, stirring constantly. Combine rice, 3 1/4 cups consomme and herbs in a greased 2-quart casserole.
Cover and bake at 350\u00b0 for 1 hour, stirring several times. Stir in remaining 3/4 cup consomme, vegetables and almonds. Stir well. Cover and bake for 45 minutes.
Makes about 10 servings.