Easy Skillet Rice Gratin: A 15-Minute Family Meal

Quick Skillet Rice Gratin

Prep and Cook time 15 minutes

YIELD Makes 4 to 6 servings

INGREDIENTS

2 tablespoons olive oil 1 onion, chopped 2 cloves garlic, minced 2 medium carrots, peeled and chopped 1 teaspoon dried thyme leaves 2 cups uncooked instant white rice 1 can (15-1/2 ounces) kidney beans, rinsed and drained 1 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon black pepper 1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese

PREPARATION:

1. Heat oil in large skillet over medium-high heat until hot. Add onion and garlic; cook and stir 2 minutes. Add carrots and thyme; cook and stir 4 minutes more.
2. Add rice, 2 cups water, beans, salt and pepper. Stir well. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low. Sprinkle with cheese. Cover and simmer 5 minutes or until cheese has melted and all liquid has evaporated.

Cook's Notes Effortless to prepare, this vegetarian gratin can be served as an entrée or as a side dish. This recipe appears in: Vegetarian NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION: Sodium 908 mg Protein 17 g Fiber 9 g Carbohydrate 68 g Cholesterol 7 mg Total Fat 10 g Calories 408 DIETARY EXCHANGE: Fat 2 Vegetable 2 Starch 3-1/2