1 env. HIDDEN VALLEY® Ranch dressing mix
2 tbsp. butter
1 cup uncooked long grain rice
1/2 cup finely chopped red onion
1 3/4 cups chicken broth
1/2 cup shredded carrot
1/4 cup slivered almonds, toasted

Melt butter in large skillet over medium-high heat. Add rice and onion; sauté about 6 minutes or until golden. Stir in broth, carrot and dressing mix; bring to boil. Transfer to a 2-quart baking dish; cover and bake at 350°F. for 30 minutes.

Before serving, fluff rice with fork and sprinkle with almonds.

Makes 4 to 6 servings.

Note: For stove-top method, increase chicken broth to 2 1/4 cups. Reduce heat; simmer, covered, over low heat for 20 minutes or until rice ts tender. Fluff rice with fork; transfer from skillet to serving bowl and sprinkle with almonds.