Rice Recipes

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There are so many types of rice dishes out there that it could be hard to name them all. I have several to share. I'm sure that everyone else will have all the rest of them to share. Please help out and contribute that special rice recipe the you really like the most.[cool]
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RISSOTO ALLA MILANESE

Ingredients
1 minced onions
6 tablespoons softened butter
1 pound Arborio rice (1 pound)
1/2 cup dry white wine
5 to 6 cups chicken broth, warmed
Salt and white pepper
1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Steps
In a heavy saucepan over medium heat, cook the onions in three tablespoons of the butter, stirring occasionally, for three minutes. Add the rice and stir to coat it with the butter. Add the wine and simmer, stirring, until it is reduced by half. Add half of the chicken broth and simmer, stirring constantly, until almost all of the liquid is absorbed. Stirring constantly, add the remaining broth, about 1/2 cup at a time, until the rice has absorbed all of the liquid before adding the next 1/2 cup. The cooking time will be about 25 minutes. The risotto will be creamy but still al dente. Add the remaining butter and season to taste with the salt and white pepper. Add the cheese and stir to combine. Serves 6

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HONEY NUT RICE DRESSING

Ingredients
1-1/2 cups chopped celery
1-1/2 cups chopped onions
2 tablespoons butter
6 cups cooked long-grain white rice (cooked in chicken broth)
1 cup raisins
2/3 cups chopped walnuts or pecans
1/4 cup honey
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1-1/2 teaspoons salt
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/8 teaspoon cayenne
1/4 cup chopped parsley

Steps
Preheat the oven to 325º F. In a large heavy pot, cook the celery and onions in the butter for five minutes, or until soft. Add the remaining ingredients and toss to mix well. Spoon the mixture into a lightly oiled baking dish. Cover and bake for 30 minutes. Sprinkle the top with the parsley and serve immediately. Serves 12.