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Herbed Brown Rice

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Can be prepared in 45 minutes or less.

Recipe information

  • Yield

    Makes 4 servings

Ingredients

4 cups water
1 1/2 cups long-grain brown rice
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1 tablespoon coarsely chopped flat-leaf parsley
2 teaspoons coarsely chopped cilantro

Preparation

  1. Step 1

    1. In a 2-quart heavy saucepan bring 4 cups water, seasoned with salt and pepper, to a boil. Stir in rice; cook, covered, over moderately low heat until water is completely absorbed, about 40 minutes.

    Step 2

    1. Remove from the heat; fluff with a fork. Stir in chopped parsley and cilantro. Taste and adjust for seasoning. Serve immediately.
TagsBrown RiceRiceRice & GrainsParsleyHerbs & SpicesCilantroSideDinnerDairy FreeGluten FreeNut FreeVeganVegetarianEasy5 Ingredients or FewerWeeknight MealsSimmer
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