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peas and rice casserole

Recipe by
Lynette !
Gulf Breeze, FL

Simple rice dish that really takes no longer than it takes to cook the rice.

yield 6 serving(s)
prep time 5 Min
cook time 25 Min
method Stove Top

Ingredients For peas and rice casserole

  • 1/4 c
    onion, chopped
  • 2 Tbsp
    fresh parsley, chopped
  • 1/4 c
    butter, melted
  • 1 c
    long-grain rice, uncooked
  • 2 c
    water
  • 10 oz
    frozen english peas
  • 1 tsp
    salt
  • 1/4 c
    parmesan cheese, grated

How To Make peas and rice casserole

  • 1
    Saute onion and parsley in melted butter in a large skillet until tender. Add the rice, and saute 5 minutes, stirring frequently. Add the water; bring to a boil. Cover, reduce heat, and simmer for 15 minutes or until the rice is tender and the liquid is absorbed.
  • 2
    Cook the peas according to the package directions; drain. Add peas and salt to the rice; stir well.
  • 3
    Transfer the rice mixture to a serving dish; sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.
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