Failproof Rice Pilaf — General recipe

Failproof Rice Pilaf

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Try this homemade Failproof Rice Pilaf recipe the whole family will love. Made with long grain rice, margarine, Crisco and boiling water. Easy step-by-s…

This Failproof Rice Pilaf relies on simple, everyday ingredients such as margarine, crisco, shirea (rosamarina) and boiling water. It comes together quickly and makes 4 servings, at about 2288 kcal each. The step-by-step instructions below are written to be easy to follow, even on a busy day.

It's versatile enough for an easy weeknight dinner yet satisfying enough for guests at the weekend. Serve it with your favorite sides, and keep any leftovers for a quick meal the next day.

Updated Jun 30, 2026

Serves 4 General
Servings: persons

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