Rice with Crunch

Description
Makes 6 to 8 servings.

Ingredients

 * 1 cup chopped celery
 * 1 cup sliced fresh Mushrooms
 * 1/2 cup chopped Onion
 * 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
 * 2 tablespoons butter or margarine
 * 1 cup uncooked rice
 * 2 cups beef broth*
 * 1/2 teaspoon salt
 * 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
 * 1/2 cup grape nuts cereal

Directions

 * 1) Cook celery, Mushrooms, Onion and parsley in butter in large skillet until vegetables are tender crisp. Add rice, broth, salt and pepper.
 * 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. Add grape nuts and toss lightly.