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Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
• 1 medium onion, diced
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 2 cups instant brown rice
• 4 cloves garlic, chopped
• 2 1/2 cups vegetable or reduced-sodium chicken broth
• 1 pound asparagus, trimmed and cut into 1/4-inch pieces
• 1 red bell pepper, finely diced
• 1 cup frozen peas, thawed
• 4 ounces reduced-fat cream cheese, (Neufchatel)
• 1/2 cup grated Asiago, or Parmesan cheese, plus more for passing, if desired
• 1/4 cup minced chives, or scallion greens

Description

Risotto Is Hardly Effortless Fare, What With All That Stirring Over A Hot Stove. But Instant Brown Rice And Creamy Neufchatel Cheese Can Make A Nutty, Rich, Stand-in Version That's Sure To Be A Family Favorite. Substitute Any Vegetables You Wish For

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