Easy Leftover Rice Casserole

Ingredients

• 3/4 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese (divided)
• 3 tablespoons bread crumbs
• 3 cups cooked rice
• 2 large eggs
• 1 small carrot (chopped)
• 1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh parsley
• 1/4-1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1-2 dashes black pepper
• 1 cup firm mozzarella/gruyere or fontina shredded
• 4 ounces chopped cooked ham
• 1-2 tablespoons olive oil

Instructions

1. 1

   Pre-heat oven to 400F (200C). Lightly grease and flour a 6 or 7 inch (15-18 cm) round cake pan or baking dish.

2. 2

   In a small bowl mix together 1/4 cup of parmesan cheese and the breadcrumbs. Set aside.

3. 3

   In a large bowl mix together the rice, eggs, ¼ cup parmesan, carrot, parsley, salt and pepper. Place half the mixture in the prepared pan and gently flatten and even out.

4. 4

   Sprinkle with the chopped ham, top with shredded cheese and ¼ cup of the grated parmesan cheese. Evenly place the remaining rice on top and top with the parmesan & breadcrumb mixture. Drizzle with the olive oil. Bake for 20 minutes. Let sit 5 minutes before serving. Enjoy!