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Confetti Rice Pilaf

"This colorful rice is a great way to sneak some veggies into the kids!"

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil or 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 small leeks or 1 small onion, finely chopped
  • 1 1⁄2 cups long-grain rice
  • 1 small carrot, peeled and shredded
  • 1 small zucchini, shredded
  • 3 cups hot water or 3 cups chicken broth
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1⁄4 teaspoon pepper
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, finely chopped
  • 2 tablespoons parmesan cheese

Directions

  • In a medium saucepan over medium heat, heat the oil and saute onion for 3 minutes (until slightly soft).
  • Turn up heat to high and add rice.
  • Cook for about 3 minutes, stirring constantly.
  • Reduce the heat to medium and add the carrot and zucchini and cook for another minute.
  • Add the hot water or stock to rice and gently stir.
  • Bring up to a boil.
  • Cover and reduce heat to medium low.
  • Simmer for about 20 minutes, until rice is tender and cooking liquid has been absorbed.
  • Add the salt, pepper, parsley, and parmesan and serve immediately.

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