Rice Gratin with Spinach and Leeks

1. Cook rice in 1 cup water according to package directions to yield 2 cups cooked rice.

2. Preheat oven to 375°.

3. Place bread in a food processor; pulse 10 times or until coarse crumbs measure 1/4 cup.

4. Melt butter in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add leek; sauté 6 minutes. Sprinkle with flour; stir well. Add milk; increase heat to medium-high, and cook, stirring constantly, until mixture comes to a simmer. Reduce heat; simmer 1 minute, stirring constantly. Remove from heat; add rice, 1/2 cup cheese, and next 5 ingredients. Stir. Spoon into a 9-inch pie plate coated with cooking spray. Combine remaining cheese and breadcrumbs; sprinkle over gratin. Bake at 375° for 30 minutes or until set. Cool in dish 5 minutes on a wire rack.

carbo rating: 27