Rice Spinach Casserole
TOTAL TIME: Prep: 25 min. Bake: 20 min.
YIELD: 8 servings.
"This nicely seasoned casserole combines popular rice and the goodness of fresh spinach," says Mathilda Navias of Tiffin, Ohio. "Topped with Parmesan cheese, it's a savory side dish with any meat."
Ingredients
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1 cup chopped onion
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1 teaspoon olive oil
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1-1/2 cups uncooked long grain rice
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2 cups chicken or vegetable broth
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2 cups water
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1 package (10 ounces) fresh spinach, torn
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1/2 teaspoon salt
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1/8 teaspoon pepper
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1/4 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
Directions
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1.
In a large saucepan, saute onion in oil until tender. Add rice; cook and stir for 2 minutes. Add broth and water; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 15 minutes. Stir in the spinach, salt and pepper; cook until spinach is wilted.
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2.
Transfer to a 2-qt. baking dish coated with cooking spray. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese. Cover and bake at 375° for 20-25 minutes or until rice is tender.
Nutrition Facts
3/4 cup: 174 calories, 2g fat (1g saturated fat), 2mg cholesterol, 386mg sodium, 33g carbohydrate (0 sugars, 1g fiber), 6g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 2 starch.
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