Rice Pilaf

Directions

1. 1
   Melt butter in large saucepan.
2. 2
   Add onion.
3. 3
   Cover and simmer 3 to 5 minutes.
4. 4
   Add all ingredients, except rice and water.
5. 5
   Turn with spoon to coat vegetables well.
6. 6
   (Add more butter if mixture appears too dry or add 1/4 cup water.)
7. 7
   Cover and simmer 5 to 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
8. 8
   Add rice. Cover and simmer 3 minutes.
9. 9
   (Can be prepared to this point the night before or that morning.)
10. 10
    Refrigerate.
11. 11
    Add water just before final preparation.