Stormy RIce

• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 cup white rice, rinsed
• 2 cups chicken broth
• 1/4 cup slightly crushed peanuts
• 2 scallions, chopped
• Salt and freshly ground black pepper

In a medium saucepan, heat oil over medium-high heat.

Add the garlic and rice and saute 4 minutes, stirring, so that the rice toasts and the garlic cooks.

Add the chicken broth to the rice mixture, bring to a boil, then reduce heat to a simmer.

Cover and cook for 15 minutes.

Remove from heat and let sit covered another 5 minutes.

Stir in the peanuts, scallions, and salt and pepper, to taste.

Rice can be made 1 day ahead, then warmed and combined with other ingredients before serving.

Serve with General Tso's