Greens and Rice

This recipe is a good source of iron and calcium, and is rich in vitamins A and C.

Info
Cook Time: About 45 minutes total

Serves: 6

Ingredients

 * 1 pound spinach, collard, or beet greens, steamed and cut into 1/2 inch strips


 * 2 cups cooked rice, brown or white


 * 2/3 cup grated cheddar cheese


 * 2 eggs beaten


 * 2 tablespoons fresh chopped parsley


 * 1/8 teaspoon black pepper


 * 1/4 cup soft, whole grain bread crumbs

Directions
1.Wash greens and steam until tender.

2.Combine the cooked rice, cheese, and eggs. Add parsley and pepper.

3.In an oiled 8"x8" casserole dish, alternate layers of rice and greens, ending with rice. Top casserole with crumbs. Bake at 350 degrees F for 30 minutes.

Source

 * Farmers' Market Recipes by the Commonwealth of Massachusetts Department of Agricultural Resources, public domain government resource—original source of recipe