Herbed Rice Mix - Homemade Mixes

Rice is inexpensive to puchase thus making it very frugal in the pantry. There are many things that you can do with rice to keep it from getting boring. Making Herbed Rice Mix is one of our favorit ways. The mix is made and stored in a jar, an airtight container or ziploc bag. It can be made as a gift in a jar and makes wonderful gifts.
I keep it made in my pantry all the time so we can whip this dish up qickly. It does not have MSG like the commercial mixed do and it is very good. I hope you enjoy it.

Herbed Rice Mix

1 package (3 pounds) long grain rice
2 cups dried celery flakes
2/3 cup dried minced onion
1/2 cup dried parsley flakes
2 tablespoons dried chives
1 tablespoon dried tarragon
3 to 4 teaspoons salt
2 teaspoons pepper

ADDITIONAL INGREDIENTS:

2/3 cup water
1 tablespoon butter or margarine

Combine the first eight ingredients; mix well. If
giving for gifts place two cups each in a jar: makes
40 batches ( 10 cups total ).

Dont Forget to add the instructions to the jar:

To prepare one serving of rice: In saucepan over
medium heat, bring water and butter to a boil. Add 1/4
cup rice mixture. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 20
minutes. Remove from heat; let stand for 5 minutes or
until liquid is absorbed. Fluff with a fork. Yield: 1
serving.

NOTE: To prepare more than 1 serving, multiply the
rice mix, water and butter by the total number or
desired servings and cook as directed