Rice with Fresh Basil & Mozzarella Cheese 1 Recipe Video
Ingredients
| Rice | 3⁄4 Cup (12 tbs) | |
| Salt | To Taste | |
| Water | 1 1⁄2 Cup (24 tbs) | |
| Basil leaves | 1⁄4 Cup (4 tbs), chiffonade | |
| Mozarella cheese | 1⁄4 Cup (4 tbs) | |
| Parmesan cheese | 1⁄4 Cup (4 tbs) | |
| Butter | 2 Tablespoon |
Nutrition Facts
Serving size
Calories 455 Calories from Fat 169
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 19 g29.6%
Saturated Fat 11.8 g59.2%
Trans Fat 0 g
Cholesterol 52.5 mg17.5%
Sodium 492.9 mg20.5%
Total Carbohydrates 56 g18.8%
Dietary Fiber 0.95 g3.8%
Sugars 0.4 g
Protein 13 g25.9%
Vitamin A 13.7% Vitamin C 0.9%
Calcium 25.2% Iron 4.6%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
Directions
1. In a pot bring the water to boil, add in salt and rice.
2. Cover the pot and allow the rice to boil for about 15 to 20 minutes, stir occasionally until the rice is al dente.
3. Drain the rice and put in a bowl, add in the basil, and stir well to mix.
4. Add in the mozzarella and Parmesan cheese and mix well until the cheese melts.
SERVING
5. Serve hot.
