Nutty Vegetable Pilaf

== Description ==
Makes 6 servings
== Ingredients ==
* 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
* 2 cups coarsely chopped broccoli
* 2 medium carrots, julienned
* 1 medium onion, chopped
* 1 cup sliced fresh mushrooms
* 2 cloves garlic, minced
* ½ teaspoon dried thyme leaves
* ½ teaspoon dried basil leaves
* ½ teaspoon salt
* ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
* 3 cups cooked brown rice (cooked in low-sodium chicken broth)
* ½ cup chopped pecans, toasted
* ½ cup shredded Parmesan cheese (optional)
== Directions ==
# Heat oil in large skillet over medium-high heat until hot. Add broccoli, carrots and onion.
# Cook and stir 5 to 7 minutes or until broccoli and carrots are tender and onion is beginning to brown.
# Add mushrooms, garlic, thyme, basil, salt and pepper.
# Cook and stir 2 to 3 minutes or until mushrooms are tender.
# Add rice and pecans; cook 1 to 2 minutes, stirring, until well blended and thoroughly heated.
# Just before serving sprinkle with cheese, if desired.
Category:American Recipes
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