Grandma Dave

Serves: 4-6
Part One Ingredients:

• 2 T. olive oil
• 1 cup Basmati rice
• 1 1/2 cups vegetable broth or water
• 3 cloves garlic, finely chopped
• 1 large onion, diced small
• 1 medium red bell pepper, diced small
• 1 medium carrot, diced small
• 3 stalks celery, diced small

Part Two Ingredients:

• 1 European cucumber, peeled, seeded and diced small
• 4 stalks celery, diced small
• 2 bunches green onions, chopped
• 2 bunches chives, chopped
• 2 bunches parsley, chopped
• 1 bunch tarragon, chopped
• 1 bunch dill, chopped
• Kosher salt and pepper to taste

Part One Method (Rice):

1. Heat olive oil in sauce pot.
2. Sauté vegetables and garlic in olive oil for 3 minutes on medium heat.
3. Add Basmati rice. Continue to sauté until crackling.
4. Add broth or water. Bring to a boil. Cover pot with tight fitting lid and turn heat down to simmer. 15 - 20 minutes.

Part Two Method:

1. Add the Part Two ingredients after rice has cooled.
2. Combine well.
3. Can be served chilled, warmed or at room temperature.