How to Make Rice-Ah-Roni - A Step-by-Step Guide

Rice-Ah-Roni is a classic American dish that has been a staple in many households for decades. This simple yet flavorful recipe combines rice, pasta, and a variety of seasonings to create a delicious side dish or main course. Whether served alongside grilled chicken or as a stand-alone meal, Rice-Ah-Roni is sure to satisfy your taste buds and leave you feeling satisfied.

Originally created in the 1950s by the DeDomenico family, Rice-Ah-Roni quickly became a popular pantry staple thank...

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Ingredients

  • 1 ½ teaspoons kosher salt, plus more as needed
  • ⅛ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • ⅛ teaspoon ground coriander
  • ⅛ teaspoon mustard powder
  • ⅛ teaspoon celery salt
  • ⅛ teaspoon paprika
  • ⅛ pinch ground turmeric
  • ⅛ teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • ½ cup finely diced onions
  • ⅔ cup uncooked orzo pasta
  • 1 ⅓ cups uncooked long-grain white rice
  • 3 cups good-quality chicken broth
  • 1 tablespoon freshly chopped parsley

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 28 mins
  • Total Time: 38 mins
  • Servings: 6
  • Yield: 6 servings

  • Mix together salt, pepper, coriander, mustard powder, celery salt, paprika, turmeric, and cayenne pepper in a small bowl.
  • Melt butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add diced onion and pasta. Cook and stir until onions soften and pasta turns golden brown, 4 to 6 minutes. Stir in spice blend; cook and stir about 30 seconds. Add rice and stir until rice is coated with butter, about 1 minute.
  • Pour in chicken broth. Bring to a simmer. Stir; reduce heat to low. Cover with a tight-fitting lid; cook for 17 minutes. Remove from heat; let covered skillet sit for 5 minutes. Remove lid and stir in parsley, fluffing rice and breaking up any clumps.
  • Nutrition

    297 cal.

    • Total Fat: 7g
    • Saturated Fat: 4g
    • Cholesterol: 18mg
    • Sodium: 1098mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 51g
    • Dietary Fiber: 2g
    • Total Sugars: 2g
    • Protein: 7g
    • Vitamin C: 2mg
    • Calcium: 22mg
    • Iron: 3mg
    • Potassium: 108mg