Louisiana Pecan Rice

Heat butter in sauce pot over a medium heat. Add onion, celery and bell pepper and saute for 5 minutes.

Turn heat up to high. Add garlic and saute for an additional 2 minutes. Add Cajun or Creole Seasoning, as well as rice and cook for an additional minute.

Add 3-1/2 cups of beef broth, bring to boil and cook for 5 minutes. Lower heat to medium and stir in remaining 1/2 cup broth, pecans and hot sauce. Cover and cook for 10 minutes. Remove from heat and stir in parsley and green onions.