HERB LENTILS AND RICE

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This was the featured recipe in an email this morning from the Best of Spark People. Listed at www.sparkrecipes.com website. Submitted by LILLAKE. "A tasty non-meat way to get some extra protein in your diet."

Provided by senseicheryl

Categories Cheese

Time 1h10m

Yield 1 1/2 quart dish, 3 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

Ingredients

2 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth (or vegetable broth)
1/2 cup dry lentils
1 tablespoon dry lentils
1/2 cup onion, chopped
1 tablespoon onion, chopped
1/4 cup brown rice, uncooked
2 tablespoons brown rice, uncooked
3 tablespoons dry white wine (or chicken broth)
1/2 teaspoon dried basil
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
1/8 teaspoon dried thyme
1/8 teaspoon garlic powder
1/8 teaspoon pepper
3/4 cup reduced-fat swiss cheese, shredded, divided

Steps:

In a bowl, combine the first 11 ingredients; stir in 1/2 cup cheese.
Transfer to a 1-1/2-qt. baking dish coated with nonstick cooking spray.
Cover and bake at 350*F for 1-1/2 to 2 hours or until lentils and rice are tender and liquid is absorbed, stirring twice.
Uncover; sprinkle with remaining cheese.
Bake 2-3 minutes longer or until cheese is melted.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 322.9, Fat 3.7, SaturatedFat 1.6, Cholesterol 11.6, Sodium 236.2, Carbohydrate 46.2, Fiber 12.3, Sugar 3, Protein 24

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