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    Herbed Basmati Rice Pilaf Recipe

    August 27, 2014 by Jenn 52 Comments

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    Tracking PixelI am so over cooking...coming home from a summer full of travel has left me so incredibly spoiled, and I have zero desire to step into the kitchen. Granted, this isn't much different than my usual attitude towards the kitchen, but it's even worse after coming home from a trip! I made this Herbed Basmati Rice Pilaf recipe with Success® Basmati Rice as a quick dinner and liked it so much that I made a second batch to set aside for my weekday lunches!

    Herbed Basmati Rice Pilaf

    This recipe is really easy to make and makes for a great side dish or main course if you load up on the ham and peas. I think of it as my healthy answer to our family's favorite pork fried rice that we order from take out!

    Success® Basmati Rice is the only boil-in-bag Basmati rice on the market, and I am so thankful for it! The grains of rice are long and slender, and it elongates 3 to 4 times in length when you cook it. It has a distinctive fragrance and a fluffy texture that really makes it look appetizing, so picky eaters won't be dissuaded by its appearance.

    Success Rice Boil in a bag Basmati

    What I really love about Success® Basmati Rice, well ALL Success® Rice actually, is that it's pre-portioned, boil-in-bag cooking means no mess, no measuring and hello? No burnt rice or rice cookers necessary! I never fail to burn or uncook rice when I try to cook it conventionally or in a rice cooker. Success® Rice cooks in just ten minutes with no fuss - and I know that it will always come out perfectly! The white and brown Success® Rice can sit up to 30 minutes before being served, so it's also a great make-ahead option during busy weeknights or as a side dish during dinner parties.

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    There are four different varieties available including the Success® Basmati Rice, Success® Jasmine Rice, Success® Whole Grain Brown Rice and Success® White Rice, as well as a few aromatic varieties too!  You can learn more about all of the Success® Rice options here.

    Herbed Basmati Rice Pilaf Recipe with Ham and Peas

    Herbed Basmati Rice Pilaf Recipe

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    Herbed Basmati Rice Pilaf Recipe

    Course Main
    Author Jenn Quillen

    Ingredients

    • 1 cup cooked Success® Basmati Rice
    • 1 quart water
    • ¼ teaspoon salt
    • ¼ cup chopped green onions
    • ¼ cup pine nuts toasted
    • 3 tablespoons grated fresh Parmesan cheese
    • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh basil
    • 1 teaspoon chopped fresh thyme
    • ½ teaspoon black pepper
    • ½ cup chopped cooked ham
    • ½ cup cooked sweet peas

    Instructions

    1. Prepare Success® Basmati Rice according to package directions - boil in a quart of water for 8-10 minutes.
    2. Drain the water from the pot and press a spoon against the bag of Success® Basmati Rice to remove excess water, then pour the rice back into the your pot - do this while the pot is OFF the stove.
    3. Add the rest of your ingredients into the pot, but save a few green onions to use as a garnish.

     

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    Return to stove and cook over medium heat for about five minutes, stirring constantly.

    Do you love the idea of easy to cook rice but lacking in the creativity department? Check out SuccessRice.com for great recipe ideas!

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    This is a sponsored post written by me on behalf Success® Rice.

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    1. Penelope

      August 27, 2014 at 12:11 pm

      I love basmati rice, it's my favorite, so this sounds especially wonderful!

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    2. Robin (Masshole Mommy)

      August 27, 2014 at 2:10 pm

      That sounds divine!! We love rice in our house and I love how simple this is to make!

      Reply
    3. Donna

      August 27, 2014 at 10:54 pm

      I love easy dishes and rice is always a hit in our home!

      Reply
    4. TerriAnn @ Cookies & Clogs

      August 28, 2014 at 2:29 am

      Thanks for the links to easy recipes. I also have a hard time getting motivation to cook and shortcuts are always welcome. This recipe sounds refreshing and a bit exotic!

      Reply
      • Robin (Masshole Mommy)

        August 28, 2014 at 1:38 pm

        I am all for shortcuts, too! Especially on busy school nights.

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      • Jenn

        August 29, 2014 at 5:20 pm

        I think it sounds way more exotic than it actually is. LOL! It's pretty simple but the flavors work together really well!

        Reply
    5. Ty

      August 28, 2014 at 6:48 am

      This rice looks so flavorful and delicious!

      Reply
    6. Nichol

      August 28, 2014 at 8:50 am

      This rice looks so good. I love all the added ingredients!

      Reply
    7. Amy @ Marvelous Mommy

      August 28, 2014 at 10:43 am

      I love your pictures with the directions! It sounds absolutely delicious!

      Reply
      • Jenn

        August 29, 2014 at 5:22 pm

        Thank you! It was raining pretty much every day and I only use natural sunlight when taking pics, so they weren't as bright as I would have liked them to be!

        Reply
    8. Stefanie

      August 28, 2014 at 12:05 pm

      This dish looks so yummy! I like how you added all the extra ingredients to simmer together before serving.

      Reply
    9. Leandrea Voskanian

      August 28, 2014 at 12:21 pm

      We love basmati rice. My favorite thing to make used to be Pork Fried Rice, which used a lot of soy sauce. I have found out that I am allergic to soy and have shied away from rice recipes. This herbed basmati rice pilaf recipe is a total game changer. I can't wait to make this!

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      • Jenn

        August 29, 2014 at 5:23 pm

        Oh wow, I would be in big trouble if I couldn't ever eat pork fried rice. I am sorry to hear about your allergy! I developed an allergy to shellfish after I had my daughter and it stinks!

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    10. Julie Cohn

      August 28, 2014 at 12:27 pm

      This looks and sounds so good! I love the Jasmine Rice too, but it is hard to find in the stores. When I do find it, I hoard it, because I never know when I am going to see it again!

      Reply
    11. Kelly Hutchinson

      August 28, 2014 at 12:38 pm

      I love how easy the pre-portioned bags are to use. This recipe is perfect for those nights you do not want to cook but want something yummy to eat.

      Reply
    12. Lindsey @ Redhead Baby Mama

      August 28, 2014 at 5:04 pm

      So quick, but it looks so fancy! I could make this for a weeknight.

      Reply
    13. Pam

      August 28, 2014 at 5:29 pm

      That looks really good and simple! I love Success rice because it's perfect every time.

      Reply
    14. Shop with Me Mama (Kim)

      August 28, 2014 at 5:36 pm

      This sounds really good! I love rice dishes. Love your pictures too!

      Reply
    15. Ben @ Cheap is the New Classy

      August 28, 2014 at 7:43 pm

      That Basmati rice looks delicious. The only thing I would do differently is take out the olives.

      Reply
    16. Stacie @ The Divine Miss Mommy

      August 28, 2014 at 7:44 pm

      This looks like a great side dish. It's got so many wonderful flavors.

      Reply
    17. Liz Mays

      August 28, 2014 at 7:45 pm

      Basmati rice is delicious. It's got such a nice texture. This particular dish looks extremely yummy.

      Reply
    18. Anne (@notasupermom)

      August 28, 2014 at 8:09 pm

      Huh, I didn't even know you could get basmati in a bag. This dish looks like it would be good as an entree in the summer.

      Reply
    19. vanessa: thequeenofswag

      August 28, 2014 at 8:17 pm

      Success rice is so great to use to make a Pilaf. This looks delish. I'll have to try it.

      Reply
    20. mary

      August 29, 2014 at 10:30 am

      This looks delicious. I'm a huge rice fan. Even when I'm watching carbs I sneak in rice lol

      Reply
    21. Janel (A Mom's Take)

      August 29, 2014 at 10:53 am

      I've never heard of this type of rice before, but willing to try it. We eat a lot of rice and sometimes the regular old rice can get a bit boring. This would help change thing sup a bit.

      Reply
    22. LyndaS

      August 29, 2014 at 11:53 am

      It looks delicious. I LOVE rice bowls and bet I would enjoy that. I think I just might give it a try.

      Reply
    23. Tammy Litke (@threedifferent)

      August 31, 2014 at 12:09 am

      Wowzers that looks and sounds delish! I would probably leave out the pine nuts, just because I don't care for the taste, but other than that .. perfection!

      Reply
    24. Theresa Gould @ Faith and Family Reviews

      August 31, 2014 at 10:22 pm

      Oh this looks good! We love Basmati rice though we've never tried Sucess.

      Reply
    25. Jessica (Savory Experiments)

      September 01, 2014 at 10:04 am

      I do love Basmati Rice, but haven't tried the Success brand. I sure will next time I need some, probably much cheaper than the brand I currently buy.

      Reply
    26. Brett

      September 01, 2014 at 10:55 am

      this looks awesome. and so simple and crowd pleasing. YUM!

      Reply
    27. Ben @ Cheap is the New Classy

      September 01, 2014 at 1:24 pm

      That looks really good. I use Success Rice all the time. I just CANNOT make regular rice. I mean, unless you love sticky, globby rice.

      Reply
    28. Amy @ Marvelous Mommy

      September 01, 2014 at 1:40 pm

      This looks delicious! I didn't know they had Success Basmati Rice! I will try it out next time!

      Reply
    29. Veronica

      September 01, 2014 at 2:10 pm

      Why have I never heard of this type of rice. Oh I hate cooking. Lol. Although this dish looks really yummy

      Reply
    30. Danielle @ We Have It All

      September 01, 2014 at 3:25 pm

      Such an easy quick meal but sooo good. With the ham and peas - yum! I love the Success Basmati Rice much better than any other white rice.

      Reply
    31. aimee fauci

      September 01, 2014 at 4:50 pm

      I've never heard of Basmati rice... not sure what that is. I love easy and convenient to make rice. Nom nom.

      Reply
    32. Debbie Denny

      September 01, 2014 at 6:28 pm

      Love rice dish. This looks awesome.

      Reply
    33. Chrysa

      September 01, 2014 at 7:58 pm

      This sounds like a great quick meal for busy weeknights. I didn't realize Success rice made a basmati version.

      Reply
    34. Pam

      September 01, 2014 at 8:42 pm

      I love using Success rice for recipes because it turns out perfectly every single time. This pilaf looks delicious.

      Reply
    35. kristin

      September 01, 2014 at 9:32 pm

      This sounds so very good! I know my family would enjoy this rice, a flavorful side dish for sure!

      Reply
    36. Carly Anderson

      September 01, 2014 at 10:11 pm

      This rice pilaf recipe looks really delicious. This would be a perfect meal for my family and me!

      Reply
    37. Krystal

      September 02, 2014 at 9:31 am

      Easy and delicious! I'm a big fan! Always looking for ways to spice up boring rice.

      Reply
    38. Brandy

      September 02, 2014 at 11:32 am

      Oh wow, this looks really easy and I do have some rice lovers in the home. I personally am not a huge rice fan, however, I will eat it. Def think this needs to be added to my meal plan for dinners 🙂

      Reply
    39. Laura

      September 02, 2014 at 11:50 am

      Thank you for sharing such a simple and delicious looking recipe. It looks like it is one my children will be able to help out with!

      Reply
    40. Shannon Gosney

      September 02, 2014 at 12:34 pm

      Sounds like a yummy recipe! I like using Success Rice.

      Reply
    41. Melinda

      September 02, 2014 at 12:49 pm

      that looks really good. i love finding ways to dress up boring rice

      Reply
    42. Christie

      September 02, 2014 at 2:31 pm

      Wow this turned out delicious! I love the boil in bag option!

      Reply
    43. Camesha

      September 02, 2014 at 4:36 pm

      That looks really yummy! It's packed with good stuff.

      Reply
    44. Megan @ C'mon Get Crafty

      September 02, 2014 at 5:32 pm

      That looks like a great idea for lunches! I'm a fan of basmati rice when I've had it, I just never think to make it myself.

      Reply
    45. Rosey

      September 02, 2014 at 8:02 pm

      I'm going to pick up a box of that Jasmine Rice. That sounds delicious to me.

      Reply
    46. Melissa @ This Girl's Life Blog

      September 04, 2014 at 10:01 am

      I have my moments. Sometimes I just don't want to cook because I hate the cleanup. If I could get my husband to do all the cleanup, which he does a lot of the time. I would cook lots more. lol

      Reply
    47. Marcie W.

      September 12, 2014 at 7:36 pm

      I always enjoy rice, especially Basmati and Jasmine. I can really appreciate how easy this is!

      Reply
    48. Marcie W.

      November 04, 2014 at 7:27 pm

      I always appreciate making a simple staple, like yummy rice, into a complete meal. The additional ingredients in this recipe sound great!

      Reply

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