Risi E Bisi (Venetian Rice and Peas)
- Ready In:
- 4hrs
- Ingredients:
- 12
- Serves:
-
8
ingredients
- 1 1⁄2 cups uncooked long grain rice
- 1 cup onion, chopped
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 slice bacon, chopped into small pieces
- 1 teaspoon olive oil
- 1 (15 ounce) can reduced-sodium chicken broth
- 1 (15 ounce) can reduced-sodium vegetable broth
- 1⁄3 cup water
- 1 teaspoon italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1⁄2 cup frozen peas, thawed
- 1⁄3 cup parmesan cheese, grated
directions
- Saute rice, onions, garlic and bacon in a skillet with the olive oil until bacon is done, about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- In saucepan, mix the broths with the water and bring to a boil. Add the Italian seasoning and basil.
- Add both mixtures to slow cooker. Cover and cook on low 2-3 hours, until liquid is absorbed.
- Stir in peas. Cover and cook 30 minutes more. Stir in cheese.
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