Instructions: Risi e bisi (rice and peas) - you can prepare this without mushrooms, but its tastier to include them. Soak a handful of dried wild mushrooms (I used shiitake) in 2 cups of hot water for 30 minutes. Drain the mushrooms, reserving the liquid, and chop them into small pieces. Transfer the 2 cups of mushroom liquid to a pot, and bring to a boil. Add 1 cup of white rice, reduce heat to low, and simmer for 20 minutes. Meanwhile, cook 1 cup of frozen peas according to package directions (or open a can of peas). When the rice is done, stir in the peas and mushrooms. I think I also added a few teaspoons of dried dill. (If you prefer not to deal with the mushrooms, cook the rice in veggie broth for added flavor - this will cut 30 minutes from your cooking time.) Preparation time = approximately 50 minutes with mushrooms, 20 minutes without.

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