3 tb Butter
2/3 c Diced celery, with leaves
2 tb Chopped onion
1 1/2 c Water
1 c Fresh orange juice
1 1/4 ts Salt
1/4 ts Thyme
1 c Uncooked rice
Grated rind of 1 orange
Contributed to the echo by: Janice Norman A wonderful sidedish for
baked ham. Orange Rice Melt butter in a heavy saucepan. Add celery
and onions, and cook until onion is soft and golden. Add water,
orange juice, rind, salt and thyme. Bring to a boil. Add rice slowly,
stirring constantly. Cover; reduce heat and simmer for 25 minutes or
until rice is tender.
