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                                            Prep Time: 20 Minutes Cook Time: 0 Minutes  | 
                                            Ready In: 20 Minutes Servings: 10  | 
                                         
                                        
                                     
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                     A close friend shared this make-ahead recipe that starts with a packaged rice mix,  notes Sonja Blow of Groveland, California. Curry and artichoke hearts give it a flavorful change of pace that's welcome at a picnic or potluck. Ingredients: 
                    
                        
                                                1 package (6.9 ounces) chicken-flavored rice and vermicelli mix  |  
                                                2 jars (6-1/2 ounces each) marinated artichoke hearts  |  
                                                3 cups cooked long grain rice  |  
                                                3 cups chopped green onions  |  
                                                3/4 cup mayonnaise  |  
                                                1/2 teaspoon curry powder  |  
                                                
                     
                    Directions: 
                    
                        
                            
                                1. Prepare rice mix according to package directions; cool. Drain artichokes, reserving marinade. Chop artichokes; place in a large bowl. Add the prepared rice, long grain rice and onions. 2. In a small bowl, combine the mayonnaise, curry powder and reserved marinade. Pour over rice mixture; toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate until serving. Yield: 10-12 servings.                              | 
                         
                         
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