*  Exported from  MasterCook  *

                       Risi E Bisi (Rice And Peas)

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Serving Size  : 1    Preparation Time :0:00
Categories    : Rice

  Amount  Measure       Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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   6      tablespoons   butter or margarine
     1/3  cup           finely chopped onion
   2      tablespoons   finely chopped parsley
   1      cup           raw regular white rice
   1      package       frozen peas -- (10 oz.)
   1      teaspoon      salt
   2      tablespoons   grated parmesan cheese

In 4 tablespoons hot butter in heavy 3 quart saucepan saute onion and
parsley 5 minutes.  Add 2 cups water; bring to boiling.  Reduce heat and
simmer, covered, without stirring 14 minutes or until liquid is all
absorbed.  Meanwhile, cook peas as package label directs; drain well.  Stir
peas, salt and remaining butter into rice.  Turn on serving dish.  Sprinkle
top with grated Parmesan cheese.  Makes 6 to 8 servings.  Note: You may
substitute 1 1/2 cups fresh shelled peas for frozen peas.  Cook in boiling
salt water 10 to 15 minutes or until just tender.  Drain well and add to
rice.


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