Herbed Rice Pilaf

1 cup uncooked long grain rice (preferably Jasmine rice (not minute rice) you can find in the asian isle)

1 cup chopped celery

3/4 cup chopped onion

1/4 cup butter

2 1/2 cups water

1 package (2 to 2 1/2 ounces) dry chicken noodle soup mix

1 tbls dried parsley

1/2 tsp dried thyme

1/4 tsp rubbed sage

1/4 tsp pepper

In a large skillet, cook the rice, celery and onion in butter, stirring constantly, until rice is browned. Stir in the next six ingredients; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 15 minutes. Remove from the heat and let stand, covered for 10 minutes.

recipe from www.auntbsfavorites.blogspot.com