Pampered Pooch Rice and Lamb Casserole

Ready in:  30 min
Serves:  4


Ingredients

1 1/2 cups converted long-grain white rice
2 teaspoons safflower oil
2 cups water
1/4 teaspoon ground thyme
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1 cup grated Monterey Jack cheese
2 cubes beef bouillon
1 pound lean ground lamb

Directions

Combine rice and safflower oil in a saucepan over medium heat; stir and cook 2 minutes. Add the water, thyme, garlic powder, and bouillon. Cover, and cook 15 minutes more over medium heat, or until liquid is absorbed.

Meanwhile, cook the ground lamb in a large skillet over medium heat until browned, about 10 minutes. Drain, then stir into the rice along with the Monterey Jack cheese until the cheese melts.

Cool completely before serving.