Armenian Rice Pilaf With Mushrooms

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I got this from an armenian girl who works in my bank. If you substitute margarine for the butter you have a good vegan meal.

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Steps

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In a heavy saucepan or casserole , melt the butter over moderate heat.

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Add the onion , mushrooms and sliced green pepper and cook gently until they begin to soften.

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Stir in the tomato together with the garlic and cook for 2 minutes.

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Now add the rice and the turmeric or powdered saffron , and cook 2 minutes until grains are thoroughly coated with butter but not browned , stirring constantly.

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Pour in the broth , sprinkle with salt and bring to a boil , stirring.

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Reduce the heat to low.

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Cover and simmer for approximately 20 minutes or until all the liquid has been absorbed and the rice is tender but still firm to the bite-- not mushy.

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Gently fluff the rice with a fork.

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Spoon onto a heated serving platter , being careful not to mash it , and sprinkle with chopped parsley.

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Ingredients

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butter, onion, mushroom, green pepper, tomatoes, garlic, basmati rice, turmeric, vegetable broth, salt and pepper, parsley