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Easy Florentine Rice
Meal / Course: Side Dish, Vegetarian
Rice Around the World: Mediterranean
Main Ingredient: Cheese, Nuts, Vegetables
Preparation Method: Holiday, Quick and Easy
Special Diets: Low-Cholesterol
Servings: Makes 6 servings.
Ingredients
1/2 pound fresh spinach
1 tablespoon butter or margarine
1 medium red bell pepper
1/2 cup sliced green onions
3 cloves garlic, minced
1/4 teaspoon ground white pepper
1/4 teaspoon dried whole rosemary, crushed
3 cups cooked rice
1/2 cup fresh grated Parmesan cheese
1/3 cup pine nuts, toasted
Preparation
Remove stems from spinach; wash leaves thoroughly and tear into large pieces. Melt butter in large skillet over medium-high heat; add spinach, red bell pepper, onions, garlic, pepper and rosemary. Cook 2 to 3 minutes or until spinach is softened. Stir in rice, cheese and nuts. Stir until thoroughly heated and cheese is melted.
