Brown Rice with Mushrooms and Spinach

Описание: Brown Rice with Mushrooms and Spinach

When gently simmered on the stovetop, brown rice makes a perfect base for vegetables and pairs well with virtually any protein. Aside from the Liquid to Rice ratio (2.5:1), the amount of ingredients is not very critical. Overall, the rice takes about an hour to cook; so, during this time, prepare the mushrooms, spinach and any accompanying protein, if using. Once the rice is done, stir in the vegetables and serve.

PREP 20-25 minutes COOKING Time 40-50 minutes TOTAL about 50-60 minutes

YIELD 4-5 Servings

Ingredients
1 cup (or 200 grams) brown rice
2 ½ cups (or 590 grams) chicken broth or water
1 medium onion chopped
8 ounce container of fresh mushrooms (more or less)
A couple handfuls of Spinach roughly chopped
1 clove garlic (optional) minced
1 teaspoon table salt

1. Begin with the rice-- Rinse and drain the rice in a colander. Place rice in a two quart or medium sauce pan and add broth (or water). Bring this mixture to a boil over medium heat and then reduce to a simmer and cover. Set a timer for 45 minutes. Simmer at low for about 45 minutes check to see if all the water has evaporated. If so, remove from heat. If not allow a few more minutes and check again.
2. While the rice is cooking, chop the onion, clean and slice the mushrooms, and rinse the spinach and roughly chop. Sauté the onions over medium heat stirring frequently until translucent about 5 minutes. Then add garlic (if using) and cook for about a minute. Finally add both the salt and the sliced mushrooms and sauté stirring to prevent sticking. Continue to cook the mushrooms until they brown and release some of the juices (about 5 minutes). Then turn off the heat and keep covered until the rice is done.
3. Once the rice is done, mix in the sautéed vegetables, and place the spinach on top of the rice mixture and cover for a few minutes. Allowing the rice to cool for several minutes with the lid on gives it a firmer texture. Before serving, thoroughly incorporate the spinach into rice mixture where it will wilt under residual heat. Check for seasoning. Add salt and pepper if needed and serve.