Baked Garlic Rice Pilaf

Baked Garlic Rice Pilaf
Source: Jessica @ What's cooking in the orange kitchen?

I came upon this recipe a few weeks ago and looked interesting. I wasn't sure if I would like it or not, but decided to give it a try. And I'm glad that I did, it was so so good. I even made it as a side dish to go along with our Thanksgiving Dinner and everyone loved it.
So, Thank You Jessica for the wonderful recipe.

Ingredients:
2 tablespoons butter
3 garlic cloves, crushed
1 cup long-grain white rice
2 1/2 cups chicken broth, divided
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper

Directions:
Preheat oven to 375.
Heat butter in a skillet; add garlic and rice and cook until both are golden brown.
Add 1 cup of broth and the salt and pepper.
Bring to a boil and our into a covered casserole: bake for 25 minutes.
Stir in remaining 1 1/2 cups broth: bake for another 45 minutes.