Shelly's Recipe

SPINACH RICE CASSEROLE WITH SMOKED GOUDA

Category: Spinach

3 tablespoons oil
1/2 cup finely chopped shallots
2 cups sliced mushrooms
3 cups hot cooked long grain white rice
1 10-ounce package frozen chopped spinach, thawed and drained
2 cups shredded smoked gouda cheese, divided
1/2 cup whipping cream
Salt and pepper to taste

Preheat broiler.

Heat oil in large skillet over medium-high heat. Add shallots and mushrooms; saute about 6 to 8 minutes or until tender. Add hot rice, spinach, 1 1/4 cups cheese and cream; stir until cheese melts and mixture is heated through.

Spoon mixture into lightly greased 2-quart casserole. Sprinkle remaining 3/4 cup cheese over top. Broil about 2 minutes or until cheese melts.

Serves 6