Recipe Brown Rice, Broccoli, Cheese and Walnut Surprise (Vegetarian)

Required Ingredients:

• 1/2 cup chopped walnuts
• 1 tablespoon butter
• 1 onion, chopped
• 1/2 teaspoon minced garlic
• 1 cup uncooked instant brown rice
• 1 cup vegetable broth
• 1 pound fresh broccoli florets
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/8 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese

Preparing/Cooking:

• Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
• Place walnuts on small baking sheet, and bake for 6 to 8 minutes or until toasted.
• Melt butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat.
• Cook onion and garlic in melted butter for 3 minutes, stirring frequently.
• Stir in the rice, add the broth, and bring to a boil.
• Reduce heat to medium-low.
• Cover, and simmer until liquid is absorbed, about 7 to 8 minutes.
• Place broccoli in a microwave-safe casserole dish, and sprinkle with salt and pepper.
• Cover, and microwave until tender.
• Spoon rice onto a serving platter, and top with broccoli.
• Sprinkle walnuts and cheese on top.

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