Herbed Rice Pilaf - Master recipes

Ingredients

• 1 cup uncooked long grain rice -
• 1 cup chopped celery -
• 3/4 cup chopped onion -
• 1/4 cup butter, cubed -
• 2-1/2 cups water -
• 1 package (2 to 2-1/2 ounces) chicken noodle soup mix -
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme -
• 1/4 teaspoon rubbed sage -
• 1/4 teaspoon pepper -
• 2 tablespoons fresh minced parsley -
• 1 tablespoon chopped pimientos, optional -