" Near-East" Rice Pilaf (Low Fat) - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1/2 tablespoon canola oil
1/3 cup orzo pasta
1 cup long-grain rice, washed and dried
3 cups water, pre-boiled
3 tablespoons chicken soup powder
1/8 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1 dash turmeric

Preparation

In a non-stick pot, heat oil.
Add orzo and sautee until browned.
Add the rice.
To the 3 cups of boiled water, add the chicken soup mix, garlic powder, turmeric, black pepper, and turmeric.
Add seasoned water mixture to the pot, cover, and simmer for 20 minutes until all water has evaporated. Don't open lid.
Remove from heat after 20 minutes and allow to rest 10minutes.
Fluff with fork.