Source: dLife

This colorful rice makes a great side to any meal!

Servings

2.75 cup cold water
2 tbsp salted butter (or margarine)
2 tsp chicken bouillon
1 tsp garlic cloves, chopped , finely
0.25 tsp salt
0.12 tsp black pepper
1.25 cup Rice, white, long grain, dry
0.5 cup chopped carrots , finely
0.5 cup slivered almonds , toasted
0.25 cup chopped parsley , freshly
1 oz fresh green onions , sliced (2 tbsp)

1 In a large 2-quart saucepan, combine the water, butter, chicken bouillon, garlic, and pepper. Cook over medium heat until mixture comes to a full boil. While boiling, add the carrots and return to a full boil. Continue to cook for 3 to 4 additional minutes.
2 Next, add the rice and reduce heat to low. Continue to cook covered for roughly 20 minutes, or until the rice is tender.
3 Gently stir in all remaining ingredients with a fork and serve.

You may also choose to microwave the rice. To do so, in 3-quart microwave-safe casserole combine the water, butter, chicken bouillon, garlic and pepper. Cover and microwave on high for roughly 4 to 5 minutes, or until the mixture comes to a full boil. Next, Add the rice and carrots, cover, and then continue to microwave on high for 5 minutes. Reduce the power to meduim and then microwave until rice is tender, about 10 to 15 additional minutes. Stir in all remaining ingredients and cover. Let stand 5 minutes before serving.