Enchanted Broccoli Forest Recipe

Name: Enchanted Broccoli Forest
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 1 lb (.5 kg). bunch of broccoli; 2 cups (475 ml) (raw) brown rice; 3 cups (700 ml) water; 1 tbsp (15 ml) butter; 1 cup (225 ml) chopped onion; 1 large clove garlic, crushed; 1/2 tsp (2 ml) salt; 1/2 tsp (2 ml) dill weed; Lots of black pepper; 1/4 tsp (1 ml) dried mint; cayenne pepper to taste; 3 large eggs; 1/4 cup (60 ml) freshly minced parsley; 1 packed 1/2 cup (125 ml) grated cheddar or swiss cheese; juice of one lemon; 2 tbsp (30 ml) butter, melted

Servings: persons

1 1 lb (.5 kg). bunch of broccoli
2 cups (475 ml) (raw) brown rice
3 cups (700 ml) water
1 tbsp (15 ml) butter
1 cup (225 ml) chopped onion
1 large clove garlic, crushed
1/2 tsp (2 ml) salt
1/2 tsp (2 ml) dill weed
Lots of black pepper
1/4 tsp (1 ml) dried mint
cayenne pepper to taste
3 large eggs
1/4 cup (60 ml) freshly minced parsley
1 packed 1/2 cup (125 ml) grated cheddar or swiss cheese
juice of one lemon
2 tbsp (30 ml) butter, melted

1
Preheat oven to 325 degrees (175 C.).
2
Butter a 10 inch x 6 inch casserole or baking pan.
3
Cut off bottoms of broccoli and several inches of stalk.
4
Of the crowns and stems left, shave off the tough outer skin and cut the croccoli into spears (these will be the trees).
5
Combine the brown rice and water in a saucepan.
6
Bring to a boil, lower heat and cover.
7
Cook until JUST done (20-30 minutes).
8
Fluff with a fork.
9
Meanwhile, saute the butter, chopped onion, large clove of crushed garlic, salt, dill weed, black pepper, dried mint, and cayenne pepper over medium heat, stirring until the onions are soft and translucent (8-10 minutes).
10
Add this to the cooked rice; mix well.
11
Beat together the eggs, parsley, and cheese and then beat into the rice mixture.
12
Spread the rice and cheese mixture into a buttered 10 inch x 6 inch casserole or baking pan.
13
Steam the broccoli until bright grteen and JUST tender.
14
Rinse immediately in cold water, drain.
15
Mix together the lemon juice and 1 tbsp (15 ml) butter.
16
Arrange these broccoli trees upright in the bed of rice-mixture and drizzle the trees with lemon butter.
17
Cover gently, but firmly as possible with foil.
18
Bake for 30 minutes.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

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 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 1 lb (.5 kg). bunch of broccoli, 2 cups (475 ml) (raw) brown rice, 3 cups (700 ml) water, 1 tbsp (15 ml) butter, and more.

Yes, Enchanted Broccoli Forest falls under the General 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.

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Enchanted Broccoli Forest

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