Traditional Rice Stuffing

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 small onion, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 stalks celery, chopped
• 1 cup mushrooms, chopped
• 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon dried sage
• 1 teaspoon dried parsley
• 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 2 cups long grain white rice
• 4 cups vegetable broth

Directions

1. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat.
2. Add onion, garlic, celery, and mushrooms. Cook until vegetables are softened, about 5 minutes.
3. Stir in thyme, sage, parsley, pepper, and salt. Cook for 1 minute.
4. Add rice and vegetable broth to the pot. Bring to a boil.
5. Reduce heat to low and cover the pot. Simmer for 20 minutes, or until rice is cooked through.
6. Fluff with a fork before serving.

Interesting Facts

• Rice stuffing is a classic side dish that goes well with many different types of main courses.
• You can customize this recipe by adding different vegetables or herbs to suit your taste.
• This recipe can be made vegan by substituting the vegetable broth for a vegan broth.