Crunchy Rice Pilaf

Description
Makes 4 servings.

Ingredients

 * 1 8-ounce can sliced water chestnuts, drained
 * 1/2 cup diced green pepper
 * 1 tablespoon butter or margarine, melted
 * 2 cups cooked rice (cooked in beef broth)
 * 1 tablespoon snipped chives
 * 1/4 teaspoon salt
 * 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
 * 1/4 teaspoon crushed dried thyme leaves

Directions
Cook water chestnuts and green pepper in butter in large skillet over medium-high heat. Stir in rice, chives, salt, pepper and thyme; cook until thoroughly heated.