Ingredients

The following ingredients have 4 Servings
  • 4 tablespoons butter
  • 1/2 cup finely chopped onion
  • 2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1 cup uncooked short-grain Arborio rice
  • 2 1/2 cups Progresso™ chicken broth (from 32-oz carton)
  • 1 cup diced ham
  • 1 cup Cascadian Farm™ frozen organic peas (from 10-oz bag)
  • 1/2 cup shredded Parmesan cheese (2 oz)

Instruction

  • In 2-quart microwavable bowl, place 2 tablespoons of the butter, the onion, garlic and pepper. Cover tightly with plastic wrap; microwave on High 2 to 4 minutes or until onion is soft. Add rice; stir to coat with butter. Cover; set aside.
  • In 4-cup microwavable measuring cup, place broth. Microwave uncovered on High 5 minutes or until hot. Pour into rice mixture; stir. Cover tightly with plastic wrap; microwave on High 5 minutes.
  • Stir mixture. Cover tightly; microwave on Medium (50%) 12 minutes. Stir in ham and frozen peas; continue to cook on Medium (50%) 5 to 7 minutes longer or until rice is tender and liquid is absorbed.
  • Stir in remaining 2 tablespoons butter and the cheese. Serve immediately.