IACP Take 5! Recipe Contest Winner - Elizabeth Matlin Yield: Makes 8 servings.

1 8-ounce package cream cheese, softened 1/4 cup water 1 10-ounce package frozen chopped spinach, thawed, undrained 1 4-ounce package crumbled blue cheese 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper 3 cups cooked rice 1/2 cup chopped walnuts, toasted*   Heat cream cheese and water in large skillet over medium heat; cook and stir until cheese is melted, 3 to 5 minutes. Add spinach, blue cheese, salt and pepper; cook 2 minutes. Add rice; cook until heated through, 3 to 5 minutes. Remove from heat. Stir in walnuts.

Meal Part: Side Dish   Preparation: Quick and Easy   Special Diets: Vegetarian   Main Ingredient: Vegetables, Cheese, Nuts   Cuisine Type: American

Nutrition Facts Calories 282   % Daily Value* Total Fat 19g Cholesterol 42mg Sodium 680mg Total Carbohydrate 20g Dietary Fiber 2g Protein 10g

*To toast walnuts, spread nuts on small baking sheet. Bake at 350 degrees for 12 to 15 minutes, or until golden brown, stirring occasionally.