Sunshine Rice

Ingredients

1 1/2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 1/4 cups celery (finely chopped, with leaves)
1 1/2 cups onion (finely chopped)
1 cup water
1/2 cup orange juice
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 dash hot sauce
1 cup white rice (long-grain, uncooked)
1/4 cup almonds (slivered)

Directions

1. Heat oil in medium saucepan. Add celery and onions and saute until tender, about 10 minutes.
2. Add water, juices, and hot sauce. Bring to a boil. Stir in rice and bring back to a boil. Let stand covered until rice is tender and liquid is absorbed.
3. Stir in almonds. Serve immediately as a side dish for a fish entree.

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