Gluten Free Rice Pilaf Recipe

Ingredients

• 1 ½ cups long-grain white rice (rinsed under cold water)
• 1 small yellow onion (finely chopped)
• 2 cloves garlic (minced)
• ½ cup carrots (diced)
• ½ cup celery (diced)
• Gluten-free chicken broth 3 cups Preferably low sodium
• Olive oil 2 tablespoons For sautéing vegetables
• Butter 1 tablespoon Optional, for richer flavor
• 1 teaspoon salt
• ½ teaspoon black pepper
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• ½ teaspoon paprika
• ¼ cup slivered almonds (toasted)
• ¼ cup fresh parsley (chopped)
• ½ cup frozen peas (thawed)
• 2 tablespoons raisins or dried cranberries (for sweetness)