CHEESE RICE SQUARES
Yield: Makes 25 squares.
• 1 1/2 cups cooked rice
• 1/2 cup (2 ounces) shredded Cheddar cheese
• 1/4 cup sliced green onions
• 1/4 cup finely chopped ripe olives
• 1/4 cup dry bread crumbs
• 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
• 2 eggs, beaten
• 1 teaspoon lemon juice
• 1/8 teaspoon hot pepper sauce
• Paprika for garnish (optional)
Combine rice, cheese, onions, olives, bread crumbs, seasoning, eggs, lemon juice and pepper sauce in large mixing bowl.
Press mixture into buttered 8x8-inch baking dish.
Sprinkle with paprika, if desired.
Bake at 375 degrees 10 to 15 minutes.
Cut into 25 squares. Serve warm.
Nutrition Facts
Calories 31
Total Fat 1g
Cholesterol 20mg
Sodium 39mg
Total Carbohydrate 3g
Protein 1g
USA Rice Federation www.usarice.com
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