RICE SEASONING MIX

1 cup sliced almonds, coarsely chopped
½ cup chicken bouillon granules
½ cup dried parsley flakes
1 tablespoon dried basil
1 tablespoon dill weed
1 tablespoon dried minced onion
1 teaspoon seasoned salt
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon lemon-pepper seasoning

ADDITIONAL INGREDIENTS:
1 cup uncooked long grain rice
2 cups water

Combine the first nine ingredients. Store in an airtight container.

Yield: 10 batches (2 cups total).

To Prepare Rice: Combine 3 tablespoons seasoning mix, rice and water in a saucepan. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 20 minutes or until the water is absorbed.

Yield: 4 to 6 servings per batch.