Cheddar-Zucchini Rice

This is a very nice side dish, a beautiful and delicious variation to the famous broccoli rice au gratin. It is creamy, cheesy and yummy.  Enjoy!

Ingredients:

-3 cups chicken broth

-1 cup uncooked white rice

-2 cups grated zucchini (if frozen, thaw and squeeze most of the liquid out)

-1/2 tsp garlic powder

-1/2 tsp salt

-1 tsp pepper

-1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

Directions:

Combine the broth and rice in a medium sauce pan.  Bring to a boil.  Lower the heat, cover and cook for 15-20 minutes or until liquid is absorbed and rice is nice and tender.  Stir once in a while.

Remove pan from heat and stir in remaining ingredients.  Mix until well incorporated.  Serve and enjoy!