Springtime Rice

Ingredients:

• 1/4 cup olive oil
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 1 bunch asparagus spears, cut into 1-inch pieces (3 cups)
• 2 portobello mushrooms, cut into strips
• 1 red bell pepper, chopped
• 3 cups cooked rice
• 1/2 cup grated Asiago cheese
• 1/2 teaspoon salt (optional)

Directions:

1. Heat oil in large skillet over medium heat until hot.
2. Add garlic, asparagus, mushrooms and pepper; cook about 10 minutes, stirring frequently, or until tender.
3. Add rice, cheese and salt. Stir until well blended; heat thoroughly.

Servings: Makes 6 servings.