Green Rice

Green pepper, parsley, and green onion tops contribute both color and flavor to this cheesy side dish.

Prep: 25 min. 
Baking: 30 min. 
Standing: 5 min. 


1/3 cup long grain rice 
2/3 cup water 
3/4 cup chopped green sweet pepper 
1/3 cup snipped fresh parsley
1/4 cup chopped green onion tops 
1 8-oz. package process cheese spread, cubed 
1 beaten egg 
1/4 cup milk
 
In a small saucepan, stir together the rice and water. Bring to boiling; reduce heat. Cover and simmer about 15 minutes or until rice is tender. In a medium bowl, stir together the cooked rice, sweet pepper, parsley, and green onion tops. Add cheese, egg, and milk. Stir until combined. Turn into a greased 1-quart casserole. Bake, uncovered, in a 350 degree F oven for 15 minutes; stir. Bake, uncovered, about 15 minutes more or until golden and bubbly around edges. Let stand 5 minutes before serving. Makes 4 or 5 servings.

Per serving: 258 cal., 14 g total fat (8 g sat. fat), 86 mg chol., 951 mg sodium, 21 g carbo., 1 g fiber, and 13 g pro. Dietary exchanges: 1 starch, 1 vegetable, 1 high-fat meat, 1 fat.