Brown Rice, Basil and Gruyere Garden Stuffing Recipe

Name: Brown Rice, Basil and Gruyere Garden Stuffing
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 ½ cups long grain brown rice (1 lb); 4 tablespoons unsalted butter; 1 large onion, chopped; 2 medium zucchini, halved, lengthwise and cut into 1/2-inch slices; 2 medium carrots, sliced 1/4 -inch thick; 2 medium celery ribs, 1/4 inch thick; 1 medium red bell pepper, chopped; 12 lb fresh mushrooms, sliced; 2 garlic cloves, minced; 2 cups gruyere cheese or 2 cups swiss cheese; ½ cup fresh basil, chopped; 1 ½ teaspoons salt; ½ teaspoon fresh ground pepper; ½ cup turkey (optional) or ½ cup chicken broth (optional)

Servings: persons

2 ½ cups long grain brown rice (1 lb)
4 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 large onion, chopped
2 medium zucchini, halved, lengthwise and cut into 1/2-inch slices
2 medium carrots, sliced 1/4 -inch thick
2 medium celery ribs, 1/4 inch thick
1 medium red bell pepper, chopped
12 lb fresh mushrooms, sliced
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 cups gruyere cheese or 2 cups swiss cheese
½ cup fresh basil, chopped
1 ½ teaspoons salt
½ teaspoon fresh ground pepper
½ cup turkey (optional) or ½ cup chicken broth (optional)

1
Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil over high heat, Add the brown rice and reduce heat to medium.
2
Boil uncovered until the rice is barely tender, about 35 minutes.
3
Drain into a sieve and rinse under cold running water.
4
Place in a large bowl,.
5
In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat.
6
Add onion, zucchini, carrots, celery, red pepper, mushrooms, and garlic.
7
Cover partially and cook, stirring often, until the onion is softened and translucent and the vegetables are barely tender, 10-12 minutes.
8
Scrape the vegetables into the bowl of brown rice and mix well.
9
Stir in the cheese and basil.
10
Season wirh the salt and pepper.
11
Use as a stuffing, or place in a lightly buttered casserole, drizzle with broth, cover, and bake as a side dish,.

1220

kcal

Calories

Fat

160

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 ½ cups long grain brown rice (1 lb), 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, 1 large onion, chopped, 2 medium zucchini, halved, lengthwise and cut into 1/2-inch slices, and more.

Yes, Brown Rice, Basil and Gruyere Garden Stuffing falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Brown Rice, Basil and Gruyere Garden Stuffing

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