Italian Herb and Dried Tomato Risotto Mix in a Jar

Italian Herb and Dried Tomato Risotto Mix in a Jar

3-1/2 C. arborio rice

3/4 C. snipped dried tomatoes

8 chicken bouillon cubes

3 T. instant minced onion

2 t. dried oregano

1 t. instant minced garlic

1 t. dried rosemary

1 t. dried basil leaves, crushed

1/2 t. pepper

Makes 4 half pint jars.

Divide ingredients equally among 4 half-pint canning jars; layering attractively. Add additional rice or tomatoes to fill small gaps if needed.

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Bring 3 cups of water to boiling in a large heavy saucepan. Add contents of one jar. Cook and stir till boiling; reduce heat. Cover and simmer for 20 minutes (do not lift cover).

Remove from heat; let stand, covered, 5 minutes. Rice should be tender but slightly firm. Stir in 1/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan or Romano cheese.

Makes 3 cups.