Fantastic Green Rice

Makes 4 to 6 servings  

1 cup uncooked white rice 
1/2 cup shredded Cheddar cheese 
1 small onion, grated 
2 eggs, beaten 
1/4 cup butter, softened 
1 cup fresh parsley or cilantro
1 1/2 cups milk 
 

 Directions 
1. Preheat oven to 250 degrees F.

2. In a saucepan bring 2 cups of water to a boil. 
Add rice and stir. Reduce heat, cover and simmer for 20 minutes.
 
3. To the cooked rice add cheese, onion, eggs and butter. 
Mix well and gently stir in parsley or cilantro and milk. 
Transfer to a 2 quart casserole dish. 

4. Bake in preheated oven for 1 1/2 hours.