Gourmet Green Rice

== Description ==
Makes 6 servings
== Ingredients ==
* 3 cups cooked rice
* 1 cup (4 ounces) shredded sharp Cheddar cheese
* ½ cup chopped fresh parsley
* ½ cup finely chopped green pepper
* ⅓ cup chopped onion
* 1½ cups milk or half and half
* 2 eggs, beaten
* 2 tablespoons butter or margarine, melted
* ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
* ½ teaspoon seasoned salt
* ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
* Juice and peel of 1 lemon
* paprika
* green pepper rings for garnish (optional)
* Chopped fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
== Directions ==
# Combine rice, cheese, parsley, green pepper and onion in large bowl.
# Mix milk, eggs, butter, pepper, salt, garlic powder, lemon juice and peel; stir into rice mixture, blending thoroughly.
# Turn into greased 2-quart baking dish; sprinkle with paprika.
# Bake at 350 °F for 45 minutes.
# Garnish with green pepper rings and parsley, if desired.
Category:American Vegetarian
Category:Cheddar Recipes
Category:Green bell pepper Recipes
Category:Side Dish Rice Recipes