Artichoke Rice Pilaf

[Guest guest]

I made this last night. Excellent flavor.

Mari

 

Artichoke Rice Pilaf

 

1 1/2 cups uncooked white rice

1 6 oz. jar marinated artichoke hearts

1 cup chopped red bell pepper, seeds and stem removed

4 cloves garlic, minced

1 tablespoon butter

2 cups of good broth

1/2 cup water

1 cup Italian cheese (Parmesan, Romano and or Asiago)

1/2 cup minced Italian flat leaf parsley

 

Drain artichokes and chop coarsely. Chop bell pepper.

Chop garlic very finely to mince.

Heat butter in a 3-quart saucepan over Medium-High

heat. Sauté rice, bell pepper and garlic in butter 4

to 5 minutes or until rice begins to brown.

Stir in artichokes, broth and water; bring to a boil.

Reduce heat to Low; cover pot and simmer 15 minutes.

Remove from heat and let stand 5 minutes.

Stir in cheese and parsley. Serve while hot. Serves 6

to 8.