Rice is Nice

Nothing exciting today since I'm trying to eat up some of my leftovers. But I did make up a batch of rice and realized that my DIY Rice-a-Roni might be worth sharing. It's not as healthy as brown rice but, at less than 10 Cents a Serving, it's a quick, easy, and inexpensive side dish.

RICEY-RONEY - Serves 2 hungry men

1 cup long grain white rice
1/4 cup vermicilli
2 tablespoons cooking oil
2 tablespoons dried chopped onion
2 cups vegetable broth
Salt and pepper to taste

Saute rice and vermicilli in oil until rice becomes opaque. Stir in dried onion and broth. Cover and simmer approximately 15 minutes until liquid is absorbed and rice is tender. Season to taste.

Variations:  (Note - Always add these ingredients after sauteing the rice and pasta.)
For Asian Rice, add 3 Tbsp Teriyaki sauce, 1 Tbsp Sesame Oil and a dash of Chinese Five-Spice.
For Spanish Rice, use veggie "chicken" bouillon instead of broth, add a cup of Chopped Tomatoes, and season with 1 tsp each Cumin, Chili Powder and Oregano.
For Confetti Rice, add a cup of frozen mixed vegetables.