Vegetarian

Baked tomato rice with mozzarella and basil

Rice baked in a rich tomato sauce and topped with bubbling mozzarella and basil. An easy, gluten free vegetarian bake that is low FODMAP.

  • Time55 min
  • LevelEasy
  • Costabout £1.48 a head
  • Oven190°C (170°C fan)
4 servings

Ingredients

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Method

  1. 1

    Heat the oven to 190°C (170°C fan). Heat the oil in an ovenproof pan or casserole and fry the courgette and pepper for 5 minutes.

    5 min
  2. 2

    Stir in the rice, tomato purée and oregano. Pour in the tomatoes and water, season and bring to the boil.

  3. 3

    Cover and bake for 30 minutes, until the rice has absorbed nearly all the liquid.

    30 min
  4. 4

    Uncover and stir. Top with the mozzarella and cheddar.

  5. 5

    Bake for 10 minutes more until the cheese is melted and golden.

    10 min
  6. 6

    Scatter with basil and serve.

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