simmered italian rice

recipe courtesy of swanson (campbellskitchen.com)

prep: 10 min; cook 25 min. makes 4 servings

1 3/4 cup chicken broth
1 tsp italian seasoning, crushed
3/4 c uncooked long-grain white rice (zataran's is my favorite)
1 cup chopped fresh spinach
1/2 cup grated parmesean cheese (i also add a random amount of romano)


1.  heat broth and italian seasoning in saucepan to a boil.
2.  stir rice and spinach in saucepan.  reduce heat to low.  cover and cook 20 min or until rice is tender.  stir in cheese.  add salt and pepper to taste, if desired.