Garlic Rice Pilaf

 This is one of our family's most frequent sides. My kids love it. It takes a bit of time to cook, but most of it is hands-off.

2 T. butter

3 cloves minced garlic

1 c white rice

2½ c chicken broth, divided

½ t. salt

1/4 t. pepper

Squeeze of lemon juice

Preheat the oven to 375° F.   Melt butter in a skillet over medium-high heat.  Add rice to the pan and cook 3 or 4 minutes until lightly toasted. Add garlic and toast for another minute.  Stir in 1 cup of the chicken broth, salt and pepper and bring to a boil.

Pour the mixture into the dutch over, cover, and bake for 25 minutes.

Stir in the remaining 1½ cups chicken broth and bake, covered, for another 30 minutes.  Stir in a squeeze of fresh lemon juice and bake for a final 15 minutes.

Recipe modified from Everyday Annie