Garlic-Wine Rice Pilaf

• lemon, rind of↗1
• cloves garlic, Peeled↗8
• cup parsley↗1⁄2
• tablespoons unsalted butter↗6
• cup rice (Not Instant)↗1
• cups chicken stock↗1 1⁄4
• cup dry vermouth↗3⁄4
• salt & pepper

Step-by-step instructions

1. 1

   Chop together the lemon rind, garlic and parsley.

2. 2

   Heat the butter in heavy 2-qt pot.

3. 3

   Cook the garlic mixture very gently for 10 minutes.

4. 4

   Stir in the rice.

5. 5

   Stir over medium heat for 2 minutes.

6. 6

   Combine the stock and wine in a saucepan.

7. 7

   Heat until it begins to bubble at the sides.

8. 8

   Stir into rice; add salt and freshly ground pepper.

9. 9

   Cover tightly and simmer over very low heat for 20 minutes or until liquid is absorbed and rice is tender.

10. 10

    Fluff with a fork.

11. 11

    Cover the pot with a kitchen towel and lid until it is time to serve.

12. 12

    Serve hot or at room temeperature.