Cranberry Rice Pilaf Mix

Cranberry Rice Pilaf Mix Printable Gift Tag (PDF)
Recommend printing at actual size (4.25  x 5.5 inches)

Makes 8 servings | Serving size: 1/2 cup

Creating the Mix:

Ingredients

1 tablespoon packed brown sugar
2 teaspoon sodium-free chicken bouillon granules
1⁄3 cup chopped pecans
¼ cup chopped dates
1 cup long grain converted rice, divided
½ cup dried cranberries

Directions

1. Use a wide-mouth pint-sized jar.
2. Place brown sugar and bouillon granules in a small bowl and mix well. Place this in the bottom of the jar. Press in tightly.
3. Place pecans in the jar and then dates. Press tightly.
4. Place ½ cup rice into the jar.
5. Place the dried cranberries in next and press in tightly.
6. Top with remaining ½ cup rice and cover jar with lid.
7. Attach gift tag instructions for the final product.

Note: Use the mix within 3 months.

Cooking the Recipe:

Ingredients

1 jar Cranberry Rice Pilaf Mix
2 ¼ cups water
2 tablespoons butter

Directions

1. Place contents of pilaf mixture in a pan with 2 ¼ cups water and 2 tablespoons butter.
2. Cover and bring to a boil.
3. Reduce heat and simmer, covered, for 20 minutes or until water is absorbed.