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Brown Rice, Broccoli, Cheese and Walnut Surprise

Name: Brown Rice, Broccoli, Cheese and Walnut Surprise
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 40 min
Ingredients: 0.5 cup chopped walnuts; 1 tablespoon butter; 1 onion, chopped; 0.5 teaspoon minced garlic; 1 cup uncooked instant brown rice; 1 cup vegetable broth; 1 pound fresh broccoli florets; 0.5 teaspoon salt; 0.125 teaspoon ground black pepper; 1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese

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This recipe was born one night when I didn't have too much to do. I guess the only surprise about it is that it tastes so good!

Recipe by jen

Updated on July 14, 2022

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Prep Time:

15 mins

Cook Time:

25 mins

Total Time:

40 mins

Servings:

4

Yield:

4 servings

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Ingredients

½ cup chopped walnuts
1 tablespoon butter
1 onion, chopped
½ teaspoon minced garlic
1 cup uncooked instant brown rice
1 cup vegetable broth
1 pound fresh broccoli florets
½ teaspoon salt
⅛ teaspoon ground black pepper
1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese

Directions

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.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

368	Calories
23g	Fat
30g	Carbs
15g	Protein

Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 4
Calories 368
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 23g	29%
Saturated Fat 9g	44%
Cholesterol 37mg	12%
Sodium 643mg	28%
Total Carbohydrate 30g	11%
Dietary Fiber 6g	20%
Total Sugars 4g
Protein 15g
Vitamin C 104mg	518%
Calcium 295mg	23%
Iron 2mg	11%
Potassium 494mg	11%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.