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This bright rice dish has a creamy texture that’s reminiscent of a lemon risotto, but without all the watching and stirring. 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Any fresh herbs...think dill...would also be good.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2021-08-27","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"Cathymurd"},"reviewBody":"Just made this last night and it was delicious. But I have to agree with the other reviewers - 15 minutes for long grain rice is just not realistic! Mine cooked for about 40-45 minutes and it was perfect! I think maybe the 15-minute cook time was a typo? I was generous with the lemon juice and zest because we love lemon!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2021-04-03","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"CyanRaindrop"},"reviewBody":"Came out great! In response to other comments, I simmered the rice covered for 20 minutes, then let stand covered (off heat) for 5 minutes. Perfect consistency! Instead of fresh basil, I just sprinkled dried basil on the top when ready to serve. Next time I may go for a more lemony flavor by adding a bit more lemon juice and a bit less chicken soup.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2018-02-01","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"BlueToast"},"reviewBody":"As mentioned previously, the cook time needed to be longer. With the longer cooking time, I needed to add more liquid as it came out a bit dry. 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As mentioned previously, the cook time needed to be longer. With the longer cooking time, I needed to add more liquid as it came out a bit dry. I used dry basil but I want to try with fresh next time.<\/p>","CommentId":3,"DateRated":"02\/01\/2018 02:27","GUID":"b72b9b99845f46a2aecb9496139b8373","MemberId":1196484,"Rating":4,"ScreenName":"justmbeth","SubmittedDate":"02\/01\/2018 02:27"},{"Comment":"
Great side dish. Quick and easy, pairs well with chicken or baked fish.<\/p>","CommentId":4,"DateRated":"","GUID":"CB613AC851094491B7535D10DAE5A12E","MemberId":4311884,"Rating":0,"ScreenName":"homemadewithlove","SubmittedDate":"11\/01\/2017 11:18"},{"Comment":"
I LOVE THIS RICE!! This is a super easy recipe with on-hand ingredients.<\/p>","CommentId":5,"DateRated":"03\/28\/2017 12:45","GUID":"4182c59ef7274e418f2cb77e0de4a773","MemberId":5048007,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"jessicadidion","SubmittedDate":"03\/28\/2017 12:45"},{"Comment":"
Was tasty. Husband isn't a rice fan but liked this. It took longer to asorb the liquid than the recipe called for.<\/p>","CommentId":6,"DateRated":"02\/20\/2017 19:38","GUID":"c908e647dc334c9eba5baef1bb22286c","MemberId":1583898,"Rating":4,"ScreenName":"kyle1987","SubmittedDate":"02\/20\/2017 19:38"}]},"breadcrumb":[],"meta_data":{"enhanced_fields":{"enhanced_recipe_title":"Creamy Lemon Rice"}},"analytics":[],"yoast_head":"\n