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Demeter’s Rice Pilaf

Demeter is the queen of the grain harvest. All types of cereals and grains are
sacred to Demeter, and are offered to honor her. Rice pilaf was a staple in my

house growing up, often eaten along with chicken or under a lamb stew. While
rice has been scrutinized in the past for health benefits, it is pretty high in fiber
and carbs, which give us energy.

Ingredients: As soon as this color is reached, stir in
2 tbsp butter the rice and add the broth.

1/2 cup orzo pasta
1/2 cup uncooked rice Bring to a boil, then reduce down to a

2 cups beef broth, plus more if needed simmer. Cook for 20-25 minutes until
Optional: the rice is tender. Keep checking to see if
Red pepper flakes, roasted garlic more broth is needed as the rice cooks.

Instructions: Once the rice is done, turn the heat off

The first step of cooking pilaf is the and let stand with a cover on for five
trickiest. One needs to be extremely minutes. Fluff with a fork.
watchful. Melt the butter in a pot and

once the butter is sizzling, add the orzo. Add red pepper flakes and/or roasted
Mix continuously, it will begin to brown. garlic if desired.

You are looking for a golden to slightly
darker brown color. Enjoy!

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