MY Mom found this recipe in a local newspaper years ago and it has been one of our favorite side dishes for a long time. The original recipe was a little bland, so I have doctored it up a little. Sometimes I make more than I need for one meal so I can have leftovers.
Parmesan Rice Pilaf
Parmesan Rice Pilaf
Prep Time
5 min
Cook Time
5 min
Yield
2 servings
Ingredients
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 2 tablespoons plus 1-1/2 teaspoons butter
- 1 cup uncooked instant rice
- 1 cup water
- 1 teaspoon beef bouillon granules
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon pepper
- 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
- Fresh marjoram sprig and shaved Parmesan cheese, optional
Directions
- In a small saucepan, saute onion in butter until tender. Stir in the rice, water, bouillon, garlic powder and pepper; bring to a boil.
- Remove from the heat; cover and let stand for 5 minutes. Stir in grated Parmesan cheese. Garnish with a sprig of marjoram and shaved Parmesan cheese if desired.
Nutrition Facts
3/4 cup: 285 calories, 9g fat (6g saturated fat), 29mg cholesterol, 185mg sodium, 44g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 1g fiber), 7g protein.
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