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Fairy Godmother Rice

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"My grandfather's second wife (hence the recipe name) served this to us when we first met her. We've loved her ever since! A tasty side dish that's perfect with any dinner."
Fairy Godmother Rice Recipe
RECIPE RATING:
This recipe has been rated 34 times with an average star rating of 4.2
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PREP TIME  15 Min
COOK TIME  45 Min
READY IN  1 Hr

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INGREDIENTS (Nutrition)

  • 1/2 cup butter
  • 5 ounces thin egg noodles
  • 2 cups uncooked instant rice
  • 2 (1 ounce) packages dry onion soup mix
  • 4 cups vegetable broth
  • 1 (5 ounce) can water chestnuts, drained and sliced
  • soy sauce to taste

DIRECTIONS

  1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a 2 quart casserole dish.
  2. Melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Brown noodles in the butter.
  3. In a large bowl combine browned noodles, rice, soup mix, broth, water chestnuts and soy sauce. Mix well and transfer to prepared casserole dish.
  4. Bake for 45 minutes, or until liquid has been absorbed and casserole is browned and crispy on top.
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REVIEWS

The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.24 star rating.
Reviewed on jan. 25, 2004 by Kathy W. 
I have to admit I wasn't sure about this recipe, but I needed a side dish and I had printed... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.24 star rating.
Reviewed on jul. 24, 2003 by beach.lady 
This rice has a mild but delicious flavor It is a great side dish when you're serving other... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.24 star rating.
Reviewed on jul. 24, 2003 by HULAGIRL 
A delish dish!!! MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.24 star rating.
Reviewed on jul. 24, 2003 by MARK FERRONI 
tasty - very different and easy to make MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.24 star rating.
Reviewed on oct. 6, 2003 by Navy_Mommy 
I was surprised at what a hit this was at our house. I hardly ever use instant rice,... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.24 star rating.
Reviewed on sep. 21, 2004 by Lesha 
Loved this dish! I left out the water chestnuts because none of us care for them, and I used... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.24 star rating.
Reviewed on jul. 24, 2003 by MICHELE B 
This is so easy and tasty. Have made several times - good with chicken or beef. MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.24 star rating.
Reviewed on sep. 2, 2008 by gigi 
I have made this twice now for dinner guests, and they always rave about it. My family loves... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.24 star rating.
Reviewed on feb. 2, 2008 by cookinme 
This is a great side! I just happened to have everything on hand for this and was looking for... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 3 stars. This recipe averages a 4.24 star rating.
Reviewed on nov. 13, 2003 by BOOKMARKER 
I wanted to love this recipe. Afterall, fairygodmother rice is a great name. Unfortunately,... MORE

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Nutritional Information
Fairy Godmother Rice

Servings Per Recipe: 6

Amount Per Serving

Calories: 378

  • Total Fat: 16.9g
  • Cholesterol: 61mg
  • Sodium: 1297mg
  • Total Carbs: 50.1g
  •     Dietary Fiber: 3.1g
  • Protein: 6.7g

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