Creamy Lemon Rice

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This is a delicious rice dish that is easy to make and goes wonderfully with fish or chicken. The cream can be eliminated, and the rice is still delicious.

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Steps

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Melt butter in a saucepan on low heat.

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Stir in rice and lemon zest.

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Cook over medium heat , stirring , until rice is opague , about 5 minutes.

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Add broth and salt.

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Cover and simmer 20 minutes or until liquid is absorbed.

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Stir in lemon juice.

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Slowly stir cream into rice.

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Continue to stir and cook on low heat until cream is absorbed.

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Season to taste.

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Ingredients

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unsalted butter, long grain white rice, lemons, zest of, chicken broth, salt, fresh lemon juice, heavy cream, fresh ground pepper