Ham And Cheese Rice Skillet - cooking recipe

Ingredients

3 Tbsp. oil
3/4 c. sliced celery
1/4 c. green onion, diced
1 1/2 c. diced cooked ham (1 lb.)
1 c. rice
2 c. water
1/2 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. thyme
1 c. shredded Cheddar cheese, divided

Preparation

In large skillet over medium heat, saute celery, onion and ham in oil about 2 minutes or until celery is crisp-tender.
Stir in rice, water, salt and thyme.
Bring to boil; reduce heat.
Cover and simmer about 20 minutes or until rice is tender and liquid is absorbed.
Stir 1/2 cup cheese into rice mixture; cook until cheese melts.
Sprinkle with remaining cheese and serve at once.