Chicken-flavored Rice

Buying Rice-a-Roni is a waste of money! You can add flavor to your own rice for about 3 cents a serving.

3 tablespoons chicken bouillon granules
3 tablespoons dried parsley flakes
3 teaspoons dried celery flakes
1 tablespoon dried minced onion
1 tablespoon sugar
1 cup uncooked long grain rice
2 tablespoons butter or margarine
2 cups water

In a bowl, combine the first five ingredients. Store in an air tight container for up to 6 months.

To prepare rice: In a saucepan, saute rice in butter until lightly browned. Add water and about 1/4 cup of seasoning mix. Bring to a boil; reduce heat. Cover and simmer for 20 minutes or until the rice is tender. Yield: 4-6 servings.