Paella

1. 1

   Have ready a deep, 3-quart microwave-safe casserole.

2. 2

   Put onion, oil and garlic in casserole.

3. 3

   Cover with lid or vented plastic wrap.

4. 4

   Microwave on High 3 to 5 minutes, until onion is crisp and tender.

5. 5

   Stir in broth, turmeric, thyme, then rice. Cover and microwave on High 14 to 16 minutes, stirring twice, until rice is almost tender.

6. 6

   Stir in ham, peas, pimiento and shrimp.

7. 7

   Cover and microwave 2 to 4 minutes longer, until rice is tender and shrimp are almost opaque but still look slightly raw. Let stand, covered, for 5 minutes, until shrimp are completely opaque and cooked through.

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