Parmesan Lemon Rice

Ingredients

• 600 ml water
• 12 ounces long grain rice, washed and drained
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 6 ounces grated parmesan cheese
• 4 eggs
• 2 lemons, zest of
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 1 ounce butter

Directions

1. 1

   Bring the water to the boil, then stir in the rice and the salt and boil for two minutes.

2. 2

   Lower the heat, cover the pan, and simmer for 15 to 20 minutes or until all the water is absorbed, turn off the heat and let the rice stand for a few minutes.

3. 3

   Beat the eggs in a bowl and add the cheese, rind and lemon juice, mix.

4. 4

   Melt the butter in a large frying pan; add the rice and then the egg mixture, mixing it very thoroughly.

5. 5

   Cook on a gentle heat whilst stirring until the cheese melts.

6. 6

   Turn into a dish and serve right away, do not let it stand around.