Make this recipe a recipe that people in that category can eat. categories: ['low_calorie'], recipe: in a 1-quart casserole microwave mushrooms, onion and butter or margarine, uncovered, on 100% power for 1 1/2 to 2 1/2 minutes or till vegetables are tender. stir in water, rice, bell pepper strips, salt, and sage. micro-cook, covered, on 100% power for 2 to 3 minutes or till boiling. micro-cook, covered, on 50% power for 14 to 16 minutes or till rice is tender and liquid is absorbed, stirring once. stir in parsley. let stand, covered, for 5 minutes.

Target recipe: in a saucepan, combine rice, mixed vegetables, salt and water. bring to a boil on high heat, then reduce heat, cover and let simmer for 10 minutes. while rice is cooking, heat 2 t butter and 1/2 c sliced almonds in a sauté pan. turn frequently until almonds start to brown. add almonds to rice mixture. serve.