Fricassee is a traditional French stew. Fresh vegetables and wild mushrooms flavor this light, vegetarian version. Rice and lentils are added to make a hearty meal, which all cooks in one skillet.
Canned lentils and microwaveable rice help make this a simple, quick meal.
- Helpful Hints:
You can use any type of lettuce.
You can substitute any type of soft cheese for Brie.
You can use any type of mushrooms.
- Countdown:
Make salad and set aside.
Microwave rice and set aside.
Complete Fricassee recipe.
Vegetable Fricassee
Yield 2 servings. Recipe by Linda Gassenheimer
1½ cups microwaveable brown rice
½ tablespoon olive oil
1 cup sliced onion
1 cup sliced celery
1 cup sliced red bell pepper
3 garlic cloves, crushed
3/4 pound sliced shiitake mushrooms (about 2 cups)
1 tablespoon flour
½ cup rinsed and drained canned lentils
1 cup dry vermouth
½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
3 teaspoons dried rosemary
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
2 tablespoons chopped parsley, optional garnish
Microwave rice. Measure 1½ cups and save any extra rice for another meal. Set aside. Heat oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat, and add onion, celery, red bell pepper, garlic, and mushrooms. Saute 2 to 3 minutes. Sprinkle flour over the vegetables and stir until dissolved. Add rice and lentils. Stir to combine ingredients. Add vermouth and bring to a simmer for 2 minutes. Add nutmeg, rosemary and salt and pepper to taste. Divide between 2 dinner plates. Sprinkle with parsley If using.
Per serving: 387 calories (15% from fat), 6.6 g fat (1.5 g saturated, 2.4 g monounsaturated), no cholesterol, 13.3 g protein, 69.8 g carbohydrates, 12.4 g fiber, 63 mg sodium.
French Brie Salad
Yield 2 servings. Recipe by Linda Gassenheimer
4 cups washed, ready-to-eat salad
2 ounces brie cheese
1/4 cup walnuts
1 teaspoon olive oil
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
Place lettuce on Individual plates. Slice cheese, about 1/4-inch-by-2-inches, and place on top of lettuce. Sprinkle with walnuts. Drizzle with oil.
