Gorgonzola Lemon Rice

• From: USA Rice Federation

Ingredients

• 2 Tablespoons olive oil

• 2 cups coarsely chopped fresh mushrooms

• 1 4-oz package Gorgonzola cheese crumbles

• ½ cup heavy cream

• 2 Tablespoons fresh lemon juice

• ½ teaspoon salt

• ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper

• 3 cups cooked rice

• 2 cups lightly-packed torn fresh spinach leaves

• 2 teaspoons lemon zest

Bring home the wonderful taste of Northern Italy, the homeland of Gorgonzola cheese, with this quick and easy rice dish.

Directions

• 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.