Fragrant Saffron Rice

Ingredients

• 2 (8.5-ounce) packages microwaveable precooked basmati rice (such as Uncle Ben's Ready Rice)
• Cooking spray
• 1/2 cup chopped red onion
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 1/2 cup frozen petite green peas
• 1 (.035-ounce) envelope flavoring and coloring for yellow rice (such as Vigo)
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper
• 1/4 cup sliced almonds, toasted

Preparation

1. 1. Microwave rice according to package directions.
2. 2. While rice cooks, heat a medium nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Coat pan with cooking spray. Add onion and garlic; sauté 3 minutes. Add green peas; sauté 1 minute or until peas are thoroughly heated.
3. 3. Place rice in a large bowl; stir in sautéed vegetables, rice flavoring and coloring, salt, and crushed red pepper. Toss well. Sprinkle with almonds.