INGREDIENTS
•
1 tablespoon oil, olive, extra-virgin
•
1 medium onion(s), diced
•
1/4 teaspoon salt
•
2 cup(s) rice, brown, instant
•
4 clove(s) garlic, chopped
•
2 1/2 cup(s) broth, vegetable, or reduced-sodium chicken
•
1 pounds asparagus, trimmed and cut into 1/4-inch pieces
•
1 medium pepper(s), red, bell, finely diced
•
1 cup(s) peas, frozen, thawed
•
4 ounce(s) cream cheese, reduced-fat, (Neufchatel)
•
1/2 cup(s) cheese, Asiago, or Parmesan, grated, plus more for passing, if desired
•
1/4 cup(s) chives, fresh, or scallion greens, minced