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Brazilian rice

Recipe Information

Description:
Brazilian rice is a delicious Latin American recipe usually served as a main dish. It requires about 20 minutes of prep time and about 30 minutes of cooking time for a combined total time of 50 minutes. The overall cooking skill level is considered easy. This recipe will yield 8 (3/4 cup per serving) servings if prepared as directed.
Servings 8 (3/4 cup per serving)
Preparation Time 20 Minutes
Cook Time 30 Minutes
Total Time 50 Minutes
Difficulty Easy
Main Ingredient Rice; Spinach
Category Rice & Grains; Vegetables
Meal Lunch; Dinner
Type Main Dish; Side Dish
Cuisine Latin American
Cook Method Baking
Diet

Ingredients

  • Nonstick vegetable oil spray

  • 2 12-ounce boxes frozen spinach

  • 1 cup cooked brown rice

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil

  • 1 cup liquid egg white substitute

  • ¾ cup shredded fat-free mozzarella cheese

  • 1 cup fat-free milk

  • ½ medium onion, chopped

  • ½ tablespoon low-sodium Worcestershire sauce

  • ¼ teaspoon dried marjoram

  • ¼ teaspoon dried thyme

  • ¼ teaspoon dried rosemary

Directions

  • Preheat an oven to 350°F.

  • Thaw the spinach and place in a colander, pressing on the spinach to remove the excess water.

  • Place the spinach in a large mixing bowl and add all the remaining ingredients and mix until well combined.

  • Transfer the mixture to a 2-quart baking dish sprayed with vegetable oil spray. Place in the oven and bake for 30 minutes.

  • Remove from oven, cool slightly, cut into eight squares and serve.

Nutrition (per serving)

  • Calories: 137 cal

  • Total fat: 6g

  • Saturated fat: 2g

  • Cholesterol: 6mg

  • Sodium: 186mg

  • Potassium: 309mg

  • Carbohydrate: 12g

  • Fiber: 3g

  • Protein: 10g