After the pasta and onion are sautéed, the oil is drained to minimize the fat content of this interesting pilaf.
2 tablespoon olive oil
1/2 C finely broken vermicelli, uncooked
2 tablespoon diced onion
1 C long-grain white rice, uncooked
1-1/4 C hot chicken stock
1-1/4 C hot water
1/4 teaspoon ground white pepper
1 bay leaf
2 tablespoon grated parmesan cheese
In a large skillet, heat oil. Sauté vermicelli and onion until golden brown, about 2 to 4 minutes over medium-high heat. Drain off oil. Add rice, stock, water, pepper, and bay leaf. Cover and simmer 15-20 minutes. Fluff with fork. Cover and let stand 5-20 minutes. Remove bay leaf. Sprinkle with cheese and serve immediately.
Yield: 6 servings Serving Size: 2/3 cup each
Calories…..172…..Fat…..6 g…..Sodium…..193 mg…..Fiber…..1 g.