Ingredients

  • 2 cups uncle ben's converted white rice
  • 4 cups water
  • salt and pepper
  • 1 1/2 - 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese (can use cheddar also, or both!)
  • 2 1/2 cups mayonnaise
  • 1 onion, finely chopped
  • 2 -3 tablespoons prepared yellow mustard (or to taste)
  • 3 celery ribs, finely chopped
  • 2 cups cooked ham, chopped small

Method

  • Prepare the rice in water with a teaspoon of salt until cooked, then cool completely.
  • In a large mixing bowl, mix the cooled rice with onions, radishes, celery, mozzarella cheese and ham.
  • In a small bowl combine the mayo, mustard, salt and pepper.
  • Add the mayo mixture to the rice; mix well to combine (adjust all ingredients to taste, if you prefer a creamier salad add in more mayo).
  • Cover and chill for a minimum of 2 hours before serving.