Homemade Allergy-friendly "Rice-a-Roni"

This could be called Rice-a-Roni or Rice Pilaf.  Whatever it is, it's yummy!  Serves 8


Homemade Allergy-friendly "Rice-a-Roni"


In a large frying pan, melt over medium high heat


2 tablespoons lard
3 tablespoons liquid oil (corn or canola)


Add


8 ounces fresh mushrooms, sliced
1 tablespoon fresh minced garlic
4 ounces rice vermicelli, broken into 1/2" bits
1 1/2 teaspoons dried oregano leaves
1 1/2 teaspoons dried parsley flakes
2 teaspoons sea salt
1/2 teaspoon paprika
1/4 teaspoon black pepper


Cook and stir the ingredients until the pasta is golden brown, about 10 minutes.


Add


1 1/2 cups white rice
1 teaspoon Adobo seasoning
2 tablespoons liquid oil (canola, corn, etc.)


Continue cooking and stirring over medium heat until the rice is browning, about 5 minutes.  Add


5 cups water


Cover and simmer over low heat for about 20 minutes or until the rice is tender.  Depending upon the humidity, more water and cooking time may be necessary.