HARVEST TOMATO-BASIL RICE WITH PANCETTA

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Zucchini and onion sautéed with crispy pancetta are combined with a tomato-basil rice that is hearty enough to serve as a main dish weeknight meal.

Provided by Kim's Cooking Now

Categories     Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips     Knorr®

Time 25m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 teaspoon olive oil
¼ pound pancetta bacon, diced
1 small onion, diced
1 zucchini, diced
1 (14.5 ounce) can no salt-added diced tomatoes, drained, juice reserved
Water, as needed
1 (5.5 ounce) package Knorr® Rice Sides™ - Rice Pilaf
1 tablespoon chopped fresh basil
2 tablespoons grated Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese

Steps:

  • Heat in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add pancetta and onion and cook, stirring frequently, until the pancetta begins to render and the onions begin to brown, about 4 minutes. Add the zucchini and cook until it begins to soften, about 3 minutes. Stir in the drained tomatoes and heat through, about 1 minute. Transfer mixture to a bowl.
  • Place reserved tomato juice is a measuring cup; add enough water to make 2 cups liquid.
  • In the same skillet, add the tomato juice-water mixture and bring to a boil over high heat. Stir in the Knorr® Rice Sides™ - Rice Pilaf. Reduce heat to low and simmer, covered, until rice is tender, about 6 minutes.
  • Stir in pancetta, zucchini, onion, and tomato mixture. Heat through, 1 to 2 minutes. Sprinkle with basil and Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 241.9 calories, Carbohydrate 37.1 g, Cholesterol 12.4 mg, Fat 6.6 g, Fiber 2.5 g, Protein 9.1 g, SaturatedFat 1.9 g, Sodium 665.6 mg, Sugar 4 g

anglo massoud
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I found the instructions to be a bit confusing, but the dish turned out okay.


Marcela Espinoza
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This was a bit too salty for my taste, but otherwise it was a good recipe.


Chasity Davison
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I'm not a great cook, but this recipe was easy to follow and turned out great! I'll definitely be making it again.


Abubacar Juwara
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always a hit. My family loves it!


Sabita Kandel
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This is my new favorite rice recipe! It's so easy to make and the flavors are incredible.


NABA Brefo
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I made this recipe for a potluck and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved it.


Yugal Dahal
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Loved this recipe! The flavors were amazing and the rice was cooked perfectly.


Hermione lisa Homer
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This recipe was easy to follow and the end result was delicious! The rice was fluffy and the tomatoes and basil were fresh and flavorful. I would definitely make this again.


Naumati Lavemai
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I'm not a huge fan of tomatoes, but I loved this recipe! The basil and pancetta really balanced out the flavor of the tomatoes. The rice was also cooked perfectly.


Paige miller
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This was a great recipe! I used fresh tomatoes from my garden and the flavor was amazing. The pancetta added a nice touch of saltiness and the basil really brightened up the dish. I will definitely be making this again.


Gary Cushman
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I made this recipe last night and it was delicious! The rice was perfectly cooked and the flavors were amazing. The pancetta added a nice salty flavor and the tomatoes and basil were fresh and flavorful. I would definitely recommend this recipe.


Siyabulela Motsetse
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This recipe was a hit with my family! The flavors of the tomatoes, basil, and pancetta came together perfectly. I especially liked the addition of the red pepper flakes, which gave the dish a nice kick. I will definitely be making this again.