Curried Pilaf Rice Mix

Description
Makes 4 rice mixes. Each mix makes 6 servings.

Rice mix

 * 4 cups uncooked long-grain white rice
 * 1⅓ cups seedless raisins
 * 1⅓ cups chopped dried apples
 * 1⅓ tablespoons instant minced onion
 * 1 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon curry powder

Pilaf

 * one packet of rice mix
 * 1¾ cups water
 * 1 tablespoon butter or margarine (optional)

Rice mix

 * 1) Combine all ingredients in large bowl; mix well.
 * 2) Place 2 cups rice mix in each of 4 air-tight containers or zip-top plastic bags.

Pilaf

 * 1) Combine 1 rice mix, 1¾ cups water, and 1 tablespoon butter or margarine in 2- to 3-quart saucepan.
 * 2) Bring to a boil; stir once or twice. Reduce heat; cover and simmer 15 minutes, or until rice is tender and liquid is absorbed.
 * 3) Fluff with fork.