Basmati-Sun-Dried Tomato Rice Pilaf

Great main dish rice dish. you can add chicken if you like for a little more substance

• Ready In: 40 mins
• Serves: 6
• Yields: 4 cups

Ingredients

• 1  tablespoon olive oil
• 3  tablespoons shallots, finely chopped
• 1  cup basmati rice
• 1⁄3 cup  dried sun-dried tomato, coarsely chopped
• 1⁄2 teaspoon salt
• 1⁄4 teaspoon fresh ground pepper
• 2  cups  chicken stock (homemade if possible)
• 1  ounce cup  shaved parmesan cheese

Directions

1. Heat oil in medium saucepan over medium heat until hot.
2. Add shallots; sauté 1 to 2 minutes or until soft.
3. Add rice; cook 1 minute, stirring constantly.
4. Add tomatoes, salt, pepper and stock; mix well.
5. Cover; bring to a boil.
6. Reduce heat to low; simmer 15 minutes or until liquid is absorbed and rice is tender.
7. Place in serving bowl; top with cheese.