Shrimp, Peas and Rice

Shrimp, Peas and Rice

I love this quick and easy Shrimp, Peas and Rice dish, which can be made with white or brown rice.

I love this quick and easy Shrimp, Peas and Rice dish, which can be made with white or brown rice.

A 30-minute meal! This dish always brings back memories of my childhood. My Dad used to make this with white rice and lots of grated cheese at the end, almost like a risotto, but not. My Dad used a lot more butter when he made it, but this lightened up version is just as delicious. The brown rice cooks in chicken broth giving it lots of flavor.

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