CRAB RICE PRIMAVERA

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"I try to take a lunch to work as often as possible," writes Keyport, New Jersey's Michelle Armistead. "This colorful taste entree reheats so well that its leftovers have become one of my all-time brown-bag favorites."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 5 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

1-1/2 cups frozen vegetable blend (broccoli, red pepper, onions and mushrooms))
1/4 cup water
1-1/2 cups milk
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
2 tablespoons butter
1 teaspoon dried basil
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
3/4 pound flaked imitation crabmeat
1-1/2 cup uncooked instant rice

Steps:

In a large saucepan, bring vegetables and water to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 3 minutes. Stir in milk, Parmesan cheese, butter, basil, garlic powder and crab. Bring to a boil. Stir in rice. Remove from the heat; cover and let stand for 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 325 calories, Fat 9g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 55mg cholesterol, Sodium 483mg sodium, Carbohydrate 41g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 19g protein. Diabetic Exchanges