Brown Rice With Carrots and Leeks

1. 1

   Heat the olive oil over a medium-sized, heavy skillet or saucepan, and add the leeks and carrots.

2. 2

   Cook, stirring, until the leeks are tender and translucent and the carrots have softened slightly, about five minutes.

3. 3

   Add the garlic and salt to taste.

4. 4

   Cook, stirring, until the garlic smells fragrant, about a minute.

5. 5

   Add the rice and about 1/2 teaspoon salt, and stir to coat the grains with olive oil.

6. 6

   Add the water, and bring to a boil.

7. 7

   Reduce the heat, cover and simmer over low heat until the rice is tender, about 45 minutes.

8. 8

   Remove from the heat, and do not remove the cover for 10 minutes.

9. 9

   Then stir in the lemon juice, and taste and adjust salt.

10. 10

    Serve hot or warm.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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