FLAVORFUL BROWN RICE RECIPES

Steps:

• Combine instant brown rice, parsley, and black pepper in a microwave-safe dish.
• Place butter and lemon juice in a measuring cup.
• Pour chicken broth into measuring cup with butter and lemon juice to measure a total of 1 cup.
• Stir chicken broth mixture into rice mixture until all ingredients are moistened. Cover with microwave-safe lid.
• Heat in the microwave oven until rice is tender and has absorbed the liquid, about 7 minutes.
• Remove and let stand for 5 minutes. Fluff with fork before serving.

Steps:

• In a large sauce pan, melt the butter. Add the shallot and cook over moderate heat, stirring occasionally until softened, about 5 minutes. Add the rice and cook, stirring, for 3 minutes. Add the stock, salt, and pepper and bring to a boil. Cover and simmer over low heat until the broth is absorbed and the rice is tender, about 45 minutes. Remove from the heat and let stand, covered, for 10 minutes. Fluff with a fork.
• In a skillet, heat the oil, garlic, thyme, and chili flakes over moderately low heat. Cook until garlic is just beginning to brown, about 3 minutes.
• Remove from heat and add lemon zest and juice. Season with salt and pepper. Toss with cooked rice and serve.