It’s tomato time in Mississippi and boy, are they plentiful. Nothing beats cooking with fresh tomatoes. Here’s a recipe that’s a big hit at our house.

Tomatoes and Feta Cheese with Rice

Cook Basmati rice according to directions and set aside. In a separate pan, saute onions and garlic, and salt and pepper to taste. Then add the diced tomatoes, but only cook them until they are soft, but still holding their form. Mix the rice and tomato mixture together, adding a small amount of Italian dressing just to give it a slight zing. Then mix in Feta cheese right before serving.

As an alternative, add chicken and fresh parsley to the mixture for a single dish meal.