Rice Pilaf

2 T. butter
1 cup uncooked rice (not minute rice)
1/4 c. diced onion
1/3 c. diced celery

1. In a frying pan, stir all together until rice is brown
2. Then add:

3 cups hot chicken broth

1. Cover and cook until done or all the broth is absorbed (might need to add a little extra broth)
2. Then add:

2 T. chopped parsley

1/4 cup slivered almonds

Toss lightly and serve