GREEN RICE

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This recipe was found in the "Cooking Light" magazine. If you enjoy tomatillos, you will enjoy this.

Provided by James Craig

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 40m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

6 large tomatillos (about 3/4 lb)
2 tablespoons water
1/3 cup minced fresh cilantro
4 teaspoons minced seeded jalapeno peppers
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 clove garlic, minced
1 1/4 cups uncooked long grain rice

Steps:

  • Discard husks and stems from the tomatillos.
  • Cook the tomatillos in boiling water in a medium saucepan for 4 minutes or until soft; drain.
  • Combine the tomatillos and 2 teaspoons water in a blender and process until smooth.
  • Pour the tomatillo mixture into a 4 cup glass measure, and add enough water to mixture to measure 2& 1/2 cups.
  • Combine the tomatillo mixture, cilantro, jalapeno, salt and garlic in a saucepan, and bring to a boil.
  • Add rice; cover mixture, reduce heat, and simmer 20 minutes or until liquid is absorbed.
  • Remove from heat, and fluff with fork.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 114.7, Fat 0.5, SaturatedFat 0.1, Sodium 147.5, Carbohydrate 24.8, Fiber 0.9, Sugar 1.1, Protein 2.4

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