"Hearty enough for a meal on its own but perfect as a side to any grilled meat, this creamy rice casserole is packed with a bounty of vegetables, including summer squash, eggplant, tomatoes and corn...."
INGREDIENTS
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2 tablespoons olive oil
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1/2 cup finely chopped onion (1 medium)
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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1 1/2 cups uncooked Arborio rice
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3 1/2 cups chicken broth or vegetable broth
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1/2 cup dry white wine
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1 medium zucchini, halved lengthwise and sliced into 1/2-inch pieces
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1 medium yellow summer squash, halved lengthwise and sliced into 1/2-inch pieces
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1 cup fresh or frozen corn kernels
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1/2 teaspoon salt
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1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
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1 medium Japanese eggplant (about 1 pound), coarsely chopped
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1 cup chopped roma tomatoes (3 medium)
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3/4 cup basil pesto
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1/2 cup finely shredded Parmesan cheese (2 ounces)