1 c. slivered almonds
2 tbsp. dried parsley flakes
1 tbsp. onion flakes
4 1/2 tsp. dried dill weed
3/4 tsp. dried lemon peel
3/4 tsp. garlic powder
3/4 tsp. celery seed
3/4 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. freshly ground black pepper

1. In a plastic zip-type bag, combine the almonds, parsley flakes, onion flakes, dill weed, dried lemon peel, garlic powder, celery seed, salt and pepper. This will be enough to season 3 batches of rice.

2. To use the mix: In a saucepan, combine 1 cup rice with 2 cups chicken or beef broth, 3 tablespoons of the seasoning mix and 1 tablespoon butter. Bring to a boil, cover, reduce the heat to low and cook for 20 minutes. Let sit off the heat for 5 minutes before serving. This recipe will serve 6.