Basil Rice and Tomato Soup

Serves: 4 (1 1/4 cups each)

1 bag steamers brown rice

1 jar (24 ounces) pasta sauce

1/2 cup heavy cream

1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped

Prepare rice according to package directions.

In a large microwave-safe bowl, combine pasta sauce, cream and basil.

Cover loosely and microwave on HIGH for 5 minutes, or until heated through.

Stir in prepared rice.

Tips:

-If a thinner soup is desired, add 1 cup heated chicken broth.

-Serve with cheese crostini and olive tapenade.

-Top with shredded Parmesan cheese.

Easy Arroz con Pollo

Serves: 4

1 bag steamers

Spanish rice

1 cup frozen peas and carrots, thawed

1 small tomato, diced

6 ounces (about 1 cup) cooked, diced chicken

1/4 cup sliced Spanish olives, sliced

1 green onion, sliced

Prepare rice according to package directions.

In medium microwave-safe dish combine rice, peas and carrots, tomato and chicken.

Microwave on HIGH for 2 minutes. Add olives.

Tip:

-Garnish with green onions.

South of the Border Turkey Dinner

Serves: 4

1 bag steamers brown rice

1 pound ground turkey, cooked and crumbled

1 can (11 ounces) southwestern corn blend

1 cup prepared salsa

Prepare rice according to package directions.

In medium microwave-safe bowl, combine turkey, corn and salsa. Microwave on HIGH for 2 minutes. Stir in rice.

Tips:

-Add 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese.

-Use as filling in tortillas and top with shredded lettuce and chopped tomatoes.

-Roll into burrito-sized tortillas and serve with sour cream.

Cheesy Chicken Broccoli & Cheese Casserole

Serves: 4

1 bag steamers broccoli and cheese rice

1 can (10 3/4 ounces) cream of chicken soup

6 ounces (about 1 cup) cooked, diced chicken

1/2 cup milk

Prepare rice according to package directions.

In medium microwave-safe dish, combine soup, chicken and milk. Microwave on HIGH for 2 minutes. Stir in rice.