A festive and colorful rice dish that includes chopped red and green peppers.

Christmas Rice Pilaf

1/2 cup finely chopped onion

3 celery ribs, finely chopped

1/2 medium red bell pepper, chopped

1/2 medium green bell pepper, chopped

2 tablespoons butter

4 cups chicken broth

1 teaspoon salt

Freshly ground black pepper to taste

2 cups long-grain rice

1. In a large saucepan, saute onion, celery and pepper in butter over medium heat for 2 minutes, or until crisp-tender.
2. Add the chicken broth, salt and pepper; bring to a boil.
3. Add rice, cover and reduce heat to low. Simmer for 20 minutes.
4. Remove from heat; gently fluff with fork and serve.

Makes 6 servings.