Easy Oven-Baked Brown Rice

Ingredients

• 2 cups long-grain brown rice
• 4 cups water
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 tablespoon olive oil

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
2. In a large bowl, mix together the rice, water, salt and olive oil.
3. Pour the mixture into a 9x13 inch baking dish.
4. Cover the dish with aluminum foil.
5. Bake in the preheated oven for 45 minutes.
6. Remove the foil and fluff the rice with a fork.

Interesting Facts

• Brown rice is a whole grain, meaning it is not stripped of any of its nutritional value.
• Brown rice is a great source of fiber and protein.
• Brown rice contains more vitamins and minerals than white rice.