Savory Vegetable Salad From Minute Rice’s “Soup’N Rice Recipes” 1 package (10 oz.) frozen peas or mixed vegetables 1 1/2 cups water 1 tsp. salt (optional) 1 1/2 cups dry minute rice 1/4 cup prepared French dressing 3/4 cup mayonnaise 1 Tbsp. finely chopped onion 1 Tbsp. lemon juice 3/4 tsp. curry powder 1/2 tsp. dry mustard 1/8 tsp. pepper 1 cup diced celery Run cold tap water over peas in strainer to thaw completely. Drain. Bring water and 1/2 tsp. of the salt to a full boil. Stir in rice. Cover; remove from heat. Let stand 5 minutes. Add French dressing, mixing lightly with fork; cool. Blend mayonnaise, onion, lemon juice, curry powder, remaining salt, the mustard and pepper in a large bowl. Add peas and celery; add rice and mix lightly with a fork. Chill at least 1 hour. Makes 5-6 servings. Parmesan Salad Dressing It’s time for fresh greens. Try this old fashioned dressing with them. 1 can (10 1/2 oz.) condensed chicken broth 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese 1/2 cup olive oil 1/4 cup tarragon vinegar 1 Tbsp. lemon juice 1 Tbsp. chopped parsley 1/2 tsp. dried basil 1 garlic clove, minced Mix all ingredients in jar or shaker. Cover and shake well. Chill at least 2 hours. Shake well before serving. Serve over salad greens. Makes 2 1/2 cups.
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