Confetti Rice

* Exported from MasterCook *

Confetti Rice

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Serving Size : 6 Preparation Time :0:00
Categories : Diabetic Rice
Side Dishes Cheese

Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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1 tbsp Virgin olive oil --
1 small Onion -- chopped
3/4 c Brown basmati rice --
-soaked 2 hours
1/4 c Dry white wine --
1/4 tsp Dried leaf thyme -- crushed
1/8 tsp Pepper
2 c Chicken broth Or
Vegetable stock
1/2 c Dice red bell pepper
1/2 c. frozen peas
2 tbsp Grated Parmesan cheese

In a medium-size non-stick saucepan, heat oil, heat oil and saute
onion until softened. Rinse and drain rice. Add to saucepan and
brown. Add wine, thyme, pepper and broth, bring to a boil. Reduce
heat, cover and simmer 15 to 20 minutes until rice. Add peas and
bell pepper. Cook, stirring occasionally, until all liquid is
absorbed, about 5 minutes. Garnish with cheese and serve.

Food Exchange per serving: 2 STARCH/BREAD EXCHANGES + 1/2 FAT
EXCHANGE CAL: 192; CHO: 1mg; CAR: 34g; PRO: 5g; SOD: 59mg; FAT: 3g;

Souce: Light & Easy Diabetes Cuisine by Betty Marks