Antipasto Rice
Great accompaniment to a light chicken dish.
INGREDIENTS:
1 1/2 cup water
1/2 cup tomato juice
1 cup rice, uncooked
1 tsp dried basil leavees
1 tsp dried oregano leaves
1/2 tsp salt, optional
14 oz canned artichoke hearts, drain, quarter
1/2 cup oil-packed tomatoes, drain, chop
2 1/4 oz canned sliced olives, drain
2 tbs parsley, chopped
2 tbs lemon juice
1/2 tsp ground black pepper
2 tbs parmesan cheese, grated
DIRECTIONS:
1. Combine water, tomato juice, rice, basil, oregano and salt in a 2 to 3 quart saucepan.
2. Bring to a boil, stir once or twice. Reduce heat.
3. Cover and simmer until rice is tender and liquid is absorbed – about 15 minutes.
4. Stir in artichokes, tomatoes, olives, parsley, lemon juice and black pepper.
5. Cook 5 minutes longer or until thoroughly heated. Sprinkle with cheese.
Prep: 5 minutes
Cook: 25 minutes
Serves: 6