Greek Spinach and Rice (Spanakorizo)

• 1/3 cup olive oil
• 2 onions - chopped
• 1 clove garlic - minced
• 10 oz. pckg frozen chopped spinach - thawed and drained (alternative: 2lb fresh spinach)
• 15 oz. can diced tomatoes (alternative: 2 large tomatoes - coarsely chopped)
• 1 Tbsp tomato paste (optional)
• 2 cups water or broth
• 1 tsp dried dill (1 Tbsp fresh)
• 2 Tbsp fresh parsley or 1 tsp dried
• salt and pepper to taste
• 1 cup rice
• feta cheese - sprinkle on servings

1. Heat olive oil in medium sauce pan or large skillet. Saute onions until golden and tender.
2. Add spinach and garlic and cook for a few minutes.
3. Add the tomatoes and liquid and bring to a boil. Add the spices.
4. Stir in the rice, return to a boil, cover and simmer until rice is tender and fluffy, about 20 min.
5. Serve on dish and sprinkle with feta cheese.

Serves: 6      Total cook time: 30
Source: Allrecipes Classic Greek Spinach modified