Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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6
servings
0.75 cup

Long grain rice

0.67 cup

Celery

chopped

1 tbsp

Orange peels

grated

0.75 cup

Orange juice

2 tbsp

Onion

chopped

2 tbsp

Melted butter

melted

1 tsp

Salt

1.25 cup

Water

Step 1
~5 min

Combine rice, chopped celery, chopped onion, melted butter, grated orange peel, and salt in a bowl.

Step 2
~5 min

Pour the mixture into a buttered 1-quart baking dish.

Key Technique: Baking
Step 3
~5 min

In a saucepan, heat water and orange juice together until boiling.

Step 4
~5 min

Pour the boiling orange juice mixture over the rice mixture in the dish and stir to combine.

Step 5
~5 min

Cover the dish tightly.

Step 6
~5 min

Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 45 minutes, or until the rice is fluffy and the liquid is absorbed.

Step 7
~5 min

Remove from the oven and let stand for a few minutes.

Step 8
~5 min

Fluff the rice with a fork.

Step 9
~5 min

If desired, garnish with fresh parsley or slivered almonds before serving.

Step 10
~5 min

Serve hot and enjoy!

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Toast the rice before cooking for a nuttier flavor.

Add a bay leaf to the water for extra aroma.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

10 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be prepped ahead of time

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Low
Smell Intensity
Moderate
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve as a side dish with roasted chicken or fish

Pairs well with a simple green salad

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Roasted chicken
Grilled fish

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

United States

Cultural Significance

Comfort food

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Thanksgiving
Christmas

Occasion Tags

Family dinner
Holiday meal
Weeknight meal

Popularity Score

60/100