Veggie Rice

This recipe came from Bill Welsh's wife (although I added in measurements). Bill brought it to a work party once, and Jocilyn and I just loved it, along with the rest of the office. I rediscovered this a few weeks ago and we have been loving it!

2 1/2 cups brown rice, measured dry

2 cans chicken broth

1 cup water

2 anjou pears, diced

2 roma tomatoes, diced

1 bunch green onions, chopped

1/2 red onion, minced

1 cucumber, peeled and diced

1 green pepper, chopped

2 Tbsp. parsley

1/2 bottle Italian dressing

3-4 Tbsp. mayonnaise

juice from 1 small lime

Combine rice with water and chicken broth and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer 35-40 minutes until all liquid is absorbed. Mix in pears, vegetables, and parsley. Combine dressing, mayonnaise, and lime juice and stir into rice/vegetable mixture. Serve slightly warm, but not hot. The pears and cucumbers become quite disgusting if this dish is heated up too much, but we think it tastes best when it's a bit warm. Adjust the veggie quantities to suit your tastes!