Ciao Chow Linda

Rice, Salami and Cheese Casserole

Author: Ciao Chow Linda

Cook time: 45 mins

Total time: 45 mins

Serves: 12-16 servings

Ingredients

• 3 cups rice (I used arborio but long grain white rice is fine.)

• 7 cups water

• 1 teaspoon salt

• 1 stick of unsalted butter (8 tablespoons)

• 4 eggs

• 1/2 lb. diced Genoa salami

• 1/2 lb. cubed or shredded mozzarella cheese

• 1 cup grated cheese (I used a mixture of parmesan and pecorino)

• 2 cups milk

Instructions

1. Cook rice in water and salt.

2. Add the butter and mix well.

3. Add the cheeses and salami and mix well.

4. Beat the eggs and milk, and add half to the cooked rice mixture.

5. Put the rice mixture into a greased, ovenproof casserole. (mine was 9 1/2 inches by 12 inches)

6. With a fork, poke holes on the top and pour the rest of the milk-egg mixture over the rice.

7. Sprinkle with bread crumbs and paprika.

8. Bake at 350 degrees, covered for 45 minutes.

9. Let it rest for five minutes before serving.