HealthNotes

Springtime Rice

• From: USA Rice Federation

Ingredients

• 1/4 cup olive oil

• 1 clove garlic, minced

• 1 bunch asparagus spears, cut into 1-inch pieces (3 cups)

• 2 portobello mushrooms, cut into strips

• 1 red bell pepper, chopped

• 3 cups cooked rice

• 1/2 cup grated Asiago cheese

• 1/2 tsp salt (optional)

This dish is a great use for those fresh green asparagus spears.

Directions

• Preparation
• Heat oil in large skillet over medium heat until hot. Add garlic, asparagus, mushrooms and pepper; cook about 10 minutes, stirring frequently, or until tender. Add rice, cheese and salt. Stir until well blended; heat thoroughly.