Lebanese Rice with Vermicelli and Pine Nuts

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Rinse the long-grain rice under cold water until the water runs clear, then soak it for about 30 minutes. Drain and set aside.

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2 cups long-grain rice

1/2 cup broken vermicelli noodles

3 cups chicken broth or water

1/2 cup pine nuts

1 medium onion, finely chopped

3 tablespoons butter or ghee

1 teaspoon salt

1/2 teaspoon black pepper

1/4 teaspoon allspice

Make sure to rinse the rice thoroughly to remove excess starch for fluffy grains.

Keep an eye on the pine nuts while toasting as they can burn quickly.

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