A refreshing dish full of flavour
Melt the butter in a pan and add the leeks. Fry until they soften 3-4 mns
Add the garlic, herbs,mint and peas and stir
Add the rice and stir to combine all the flavours
Pour over the stock and stir. Cover with lid reducing the heat to a simmer and leave for 20 mns
The stock should all be absorbed- if any remains then leave for another 5 mns
Squeeze over the juice of 1 lemon , season to taste and serve on it's own or as a side dish.
Tip-Add shredded or chopped chicken for a more substantial meal
Tip- Add 1 tbsp of garlic and herb cream cheese for a creamer taste
Tip- Add shaved or grated Parmesan for a touch of luxury
Tip-add the peas 5 mns before you serve if you want them to retain their colour
Servings 4