Rice with Peas and Bacon
- Level: Easy
- Yield: 2 to 4 servings
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- Nutritional Analysis
- Per Serving
- Serving Size
- 1 of 4 servings
- Calories
- 706
- Total Fat
- 31
- Saturated Fat
- 13
- Carbohydrates
- 85
- Dietary Fiber
- 2
- Sugar
- 3
- Protein
- 19
- Cholesterol
- 59
- Sodium
- 542
- Total: 20 min
- Active: 20 min
Ingredients
8 ounces slab bacon, cut into 1/2-inch strips or lardons (about 2 cups)
2 cups instant rice
1 cup frozen peas
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup grated Parmesan
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
Zest and juice of 1 lemon
Freshly ground black pepper
Directions
- In a skillet over medium heat, cook the bacon lardons until browned and crispy. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate and set aside.
- In a medium saucepan, combine the rice with the recommended amount of water on the package. Add the peas and salt and cook according to the rice package instructions.
- Stir in the Parmesan, butter, lemon zest and juice and black pepper. Mix in the bacon and serve.