Home-Style Brown Rice Pilaf

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 cup brown rice
• 2 cups water
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 cup freshly chopped parsley

Directions

1. Heat the olive oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat.
2. Add the garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.
3. Add the brown rice, stirring to coat with the oil.
4. Pour in the water and add the salt. Bring to a boil.
5. Reduce the heat to low and cover the pot. Simmer for 20 minutes.
6. Remove from heat and let stand, covered, for 10 minutes.
7. Fluff the rice with a fork and stir in the parsley.

Interesting Facts

• Brown rice is a whole grain that is a good source of fiber and protein.
• Brown rice is also a good source of many essential vitamins and minerals.
• Parsley is a member of the carrot family and is a good source of vitamins A and C.