Savory Vegetable Rice Pilaf

1 package (8 ounces) mushrooms, sliced (about 2 cups)
1 cup chopped onion
1 tablespoon butter or margarine
2 1/4 cups chicken broth
1 cup uncooked converted white rice
1 cup frozen petite peas, thawed
2 tablespoons snipped fresh parsley
Salt and coarsely ground black pepper to taste
1/4 cup (1 ounce) grated fresh Parmesan cheese

Combine mushrooms, onion and butter in Rice Cooker Plus. Microwave, uncovered, on HIGH 4-5 minutes or until onions are translucent and mushrooms are tender. Add chicken broth and rice to cooker. Cover and microwave according to package directions, carefully following recommended power levels and cooking times. Remove cooker from microwave. Carefully remove lids, lifting away from you. Gently stir in peas and parsley; season to taste with salt and black pepper, if desired. Spoon rice into serving bowl; sprinkle with Parmesan cheese. Yield: 6 servings

Nutrients per serving: (1 cup): Calories 200, Total Fat 5 g, Saturated Fat 2.5 g, Cholesterol 10 mg, Carbohydrate 33 g, Protein 8 g, Sodium 540 mg, Fiber 2 g

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