1/4 lb. butter
2 onions, sliced thin
1 sm. pkg. Minute rice (about 1 1/2 c.)
2 cans plain, beef, or chicken consomme

Saute onions in butter until onions are clear. Spread sauteed onions in bottom of 2-quart casserole and cover with Minute rice. Pour 2 cans of consomme over and stir until onions and rice are well mixed. Bake at 350 degrees for 30 to 40 minutes until liquid is absorbed. Blanched almonds may be sprinkled on top, if desired. Sauteed mushrooms may also be added to mixture. Serves 4-6.