GREEN RICE

By Silvermama

If you prefer not to use green bell peppers, substitute fresh mild green chilis.

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 cup rice, cooked
• 1/3 cup olive oil
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 green pepper, chopped
• 1 1/2 cups grated Parmesan and Romano cheese
• 1 egg, beaten
• 1 cup milk
• 1 medium onion, chopped
• 2 tbs dried parsley
• 1/2 cup buttered breadcrumbs

Preparation

Step 1

Preheat oven to 350°. Lightly butter a 1-qt casserole dish.
In a large mixing bowl, combine rice, egg, oil, milk and salt. Stir in onion, parsley and green pepper. Stir in 1 cup cheese. Pour into casserole.
Mix remaining cheese with breadcrumbs; sprinkle on top of casserole. Bake 35-40 minutes, until sauce is thickened and top is golden brown.