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| onions (chopped): 1/2 cup |
| olive oil: 1 tsp |
| white rice: 9 oz |
| chicken broth: 14 oz |
| water: 2 cups |
| ground turkey: 2 patties |
| red tomatoes (chopped): 1 cup |
| sun-dried hot chili peppers: 1 Tbl |
| dried basil (ground): 1 tsp |
| chili powder: 1/2 tsp |
| ground cumin: 1/8 tsp |
| black pepper: 1/8 tsp |
| cheddar cheese (diced): 1 cup |
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1. In a medium saucepan cook onion in hot oil over medium heat until tender. Stir in rice and vermicelli mix (including seasoning package); cook and stir for 2 minutes. Stir in broth and water. Bring to boiling; reduce heat. Cover and simmer for 20 minutes (liquid will not be fully absorbed).
2. Transfer the rice mixture to a large bowl. Stir in chicken, tomatoes, chile peppers, basil, chili powder, cumin, and black pepper. Transfer to a 2-quart casserole.
3. Bake, covered, in a 425 degree F oven for 25 minutes. Sprinkle with cheese. Let stand for 5 minutes before serving. Makes 6 servings.
Make Ahead Directions: Prepare as above through step 1. Cover and chill for up to 24 hours. Bake, covered, in a 425 degree F oven about 40 minutes or until heated through. Uncover and sprinkle with cheese. Let stand for 5 minutes before serving.