Lemonparmesanminuterice Recipes

PARMESAN LEMON RICE

Steps:

• Bring the water to the boil, then stir in the rice and the salt and boil for two minutes.
• Lower the heat, cover the pan, and simmer for 15 to 20 minutes or until all the water is absorbed, turn off the heat and let the rice stand for a few minutes.
• Beat the eggs in a bowl and add the cheese, rind and lemon juice, mix.
• Melt the butter in a large frying pan; add the rice and then the egg mixture, mixing it very thoroughly.
• Cook on a gentle heat whilst stirring until the cheese melts.
• Turn into a dish and serve right away, do not let it stand around.

CREAMY LEMON PARMESAN RICE

Steps:

• Heat about 2-3 tablespoons vegetable oil in a large heavy pot.
• Add in the onion and garlic; saute for about 3 minutes.
• Add in 4 quarts water and bring to a boil over high heat.
• Add in the rice; boil until the rice is JUST tender (about 15-16 minutes; drain and RESERVE 1/2 cup cooking liquid.
• In a medium bowl mix together the chopped parsley, softened butter, basil, lemon juice and lemon zest.
• Add the hot rice to the mixture; stir to melt butter.
• Add in reserved 1/2 cup cooking liquid and grated parmesan cheese; stir well to combine.
• Season with salt and pepper.
• Sprinkle with more Parmesan cheese if desired.