Rice Pilaf

My Nana used to make this for us allllll the time when we were little. After she passed away, & my Papa sold the house, I got her dish she used to make this in & think of her & rice pilaf everytime I pull it down.

6 TBSP butter (I use margarine)
1 cup long grain rice
1 cup diced veggies (I used carrots, celery & onions)
2 cups water
4 tsp chicken stock
1/4 tsp thyme

Put the rice, veggies & butter into a casserole dish, & microwae on high for 3 - 4 mintues. Stir thourghly & add remaing ingredients. Microwave, covered, for 12 - 15 minutes, or until tender. Let sit for 5 minutes, stir & serve.