Parmesan Rice and Pasta Pilaf

Parmesan Rice and Pasta Pilaf

This unique pasta and pilaf combination is a tasty side dish that goes well with

most main dishes

CAL/SERV :

208

PREP TIME :

10 MINS

YIELDS :

6 SERVINGS

COOK TIME:

25 MINS

INGREDIENTS
  • 2 Tbsp olive oil
  • ½ C thin spaghetti (vermicelli), finely broken, uncooked
  • 2 Tbsp onion, diced
  • 1 C long-grain white rice, uncooked
  • 1¼ C chicken broth, hot
  • 1¼ C water, hot
  • ¼ tsp ground white pepper
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 2 Tbsp shredded parmesan cheese

INSTRUCTIONS
  1. In a large sauté pan, heat the oil.  Sauté vermicelli and onion until golden brown (for about 2–4 minutes) over medium-high heat.  Drain off oil.
  2. Add rice, chicken broth, water, pepper, and bay leaf.  Cover and simmer for 15–20 minutes.  Fluff with fork.  Cover and let stand for 5 minutes.  Remove bay leaf.
  3. Sprinkle with shredded parmesan cheese, and serve immediately.

Nutrition (per serving):

Calories 208, Total fat 6 g, Saturated fat 1 g, Cholesterol 2 mg, Sodium 140 mg, Total fiber 1 g, Protein 5 g, Carbohydrates 33 g, Potassium 90 mg

 Courtesy of National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute