“Rice to the Rescue!” Recipe Contest Winner - Kelly Mapes Yield: Makes 6 servings.

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   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.

Meal Part: Main Dish, Side Dish   Preparation: Quick and Easy   Special Diets: Gluten-Free, Vegetarian   Main Ingredient: Vegetables, Cheese   Cuisine Type: Italian

Nutrition Facts Calories 272   % Daily Value* Total Fat 17g Cholesterol 44mg Sodium 532mg Total Carbohydrate 25g Dietary Fiber 2g Protein 7g