Meal / Course: Main Dish, Side Dish, Vegetarian
Rice Around the World: Italian
Main Ingredient: Cheese, Vegetables
Preparation Method: Quick and Easy
Special Diets: Gluten-Free
Award-Winning Recipes: Rice to the Rescue!

Servings: Makes 6 servings.

"Rice to the Rescue!" Recipe Contest Winner - Kelly Mapes

Ingredients
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 cups coarsely chopped fresh mushrooms

1 (4-ounce) package Gorgonzola cheese crumbles
1/2 cup heavy cream
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
3 cups cooked rice
2 cups lightly-packed torn fresh spinach leaves
2 teaspoons lemon zest

Preparation
Heat oil in large saucepan over medium heat. Add mushrooms and cook until soft, about 4 minutes. Reduce heat to medium-low; stir in cheese and continue to stir frequently until cheese melts, about 3 minutes. Stir in cream, lemon juice, salt and pepper. Stir in rice and heat until hot, about 5 minutes. Toss in spinach just before serving. Garnish with lemon zest.