There’s plenty of herb and mushroom flavor for friends and family to savor in this healthful side dish. It would go well with a variety of meats and main dishes.
Ingredients
1 small onion, chopped
1 small green pepper, chopped
1 small sweet red pepper, chopped
1/4 cup chopped celery
1 tablespoon canola oil
1-1/2 cups sliced fresh mushrooms
1 garlic clove, minced
1-1/4 cups uncooked long grain rice
2-1/2 cups water
1-1/2 teaspoons rubbed sage
1 teaspoon dried parsley flakes
1 teaspoon dried thyme
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
How to make it:
In a large nonstick saucepan, saute the onion, peppers and celery in oil for 2 minutes. Add mushrooms and garlic; saute 3 minutes longer or until vegetables are crisp-tender. Stir in the rice, water and seasonings; bring to a boil. Carefully transfer to a 2-qt. baking dish coated with cooking spray. Cover and bake at 350° for 45-50 minutes or until rice is tender.