Creamy Lemon Rice
TOTAL TIME: Prep/Total Time: 30 min.
YIELD: 4 servings.
This bright rice dish has a creamy texture that's reminiscent of a lemon risotto, but without all the watching and stirring. Keep this one in your back pocket for hosting dinner guests—or a great side any old day! —Lyndsay Wells, Ladysmith, British Columbia
Ingredients
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2-1/2 cups chicken broth
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2 ounces cream cheese, cubed
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1/2 teaspoon grated lemon zest
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1 tablespoon lemon juice
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1/4 teaspoon salt
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1/4 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper
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1 cup uncooked long grain rice
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1/4 cup minced fresh basil
Directions
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1.
In a saucepan, combine first six ingredients; bring to a boil. Stir with a whisk to blend.
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2.
Stir in rice; return to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, covered, until liquid is absorbed and rice is tender, about 15 minutes. Stir in basil.
Nutrition Facts
3/4 cup: 246 calories, 6g fat (3g saturated fat), 17mg cholesterol, 806mg sodium, 42g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 1g fiber), 5g protein.
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