A Side Dish from Average Jane

Even though Thanksgiving is more than three weeks away, I'm already seeing an uptick in searches for related recipes. Thus, I thought it was an appropriate time to share this recipe that was part of my grandmother's collection.

This was a popular side dish at Stephenson's Old Apple Farm Restaurant in Independence, Missouri, which just closed last year after being in business for more than 60 years. Without further ado:

Green Rice

3 cups cooked rice

1 cup finely chopped parsley

1/2 cup grated cheddar cheese

1/3 cup onion, chopped

1/4 cup green pepper, chopped

1 large clove garlic, pressed

1 - 4.5 oz. can evaporated milk

2 eggs, beaten

1/2 cup vegetable oil

1 tsp. salt

1/2 tsp. seasoned salt

1/2 tsp. pepper

Juice and grated rind of one lemon.

Mix rice, parsley, cheese, onion, green pepper and garlic in greased 2-quart casserole dish. Blend remaining ingredients and mix into rice. Sprinkle with paprika. Bake at 350 degrees Fahrenheit for 45 minutes. Makes 10 servings.

Comments

[Kathy]

I'm from Eastern Jackson County (Independence/Buckner area), and this was one of my grandmother's favorite holiday recipes! Somehow I missed getting the recipe from her before she died (19 years ago), so I am delighted to see it. Thanks!

[PotatoChef]

Side dish recipes are all the rage this time of the year. Certainly for Thanksgiving and Christmas dinner a few good side dishes are always needed.

Your rice recipe sounds delicious!