Better than Rice-A-Roni Seasoned-Rice Mix

Better than Rice-A-Roni Seasoned-Rice Mix (Also from Tightwad Gazette)
3 c uncooked rice
¼ c dried parsley flakes
6 Tbsp instant chicken or beef bouillon powder 2 tsp onion powder
½ tsp garlic powder
¼ tsp dried thyme
Mix all ingredients and store in an airtight container. To use, mix 1 cup mix, 2 Tbsp margarine, and 2 cups water in a medium saucepan. Bring to a boil, cover, and reduce heat. Simmer for 15 minutes, or until rice is tender. Variation: Substitute 1 cup of broken spaghetti pieces for 1 cup of the rice to make this even more like Rice-A-Roni.
h/t Sharon N Lance Palmer