Rice-A-Roni Introduces New Single-Serve Cups

Savor Warm Flavorful Rice Anytime, Anywhere

CHICAGO, Dec. 5, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Does this sound familiar? You're hungry and pressed for time. You want something quick and easy, yet savory and satisfying to hit the spot. Introducing the newest product from Rice-A-Roni: single-serve, microwavable, flavored rice cups that offer a convenient and delicious way to fulfill meal-time cravings for people on-the-go.

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With a unique blend of tender long grain rice, toasted vermicelli and other flavors, Rice-A-Roni cups can be enjoyed as a snack or a meal on its own. Simply add water, microwave for 3 1/2 minutes, let cool and relish the taste of flavored rice at home, the office, or just about anywhere.

"Rice-A-Roni has been providing families great-tasting and convenient meal-time solutions for more than 50 years," says Tania Haladner, director of marketing for Rice-A-Roni. "We are always looking to develop new products that deliver unmatched taste, quality and convenience that meet our consumers' needs."

With Rice-A-Roni cups, you'll be able to enjoy the flavor and quality of the "San Francisco Treat!®" anytime, anywhere. Available at grocery stores nationwide, Rice-A-Roni cups are offered at a suggested retail price of $1.29 and come in 3 different flavors: Chicken, Creamy Four Cheese, and Cheddar Broccoli. For more information, visit www.ricearoni.com.

About Rice-A-Roni
First introduced in America in 1958, Rice-A-Roni has become a well-recognized household name for providing quick, easy and tasty meal-time solutions for families. With over 30 different flavors of Rice-A-Roni, including classics such as Chicken, Beef, and Rice Pilaf, there's surely something for everyone. For more information about Rice-A-Roni and delicious dinner ideas for the entire family, visit www.ricearoni.com

Contact:
Lynn Hung
Rice A Roni
312.821.2382
lynn.hung@pepsico.com

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