Posts Tagged ‘wild mushrooms’

When I think of perfect family meals, this is one of them.  First and foremost, it is delicious.  My entire family loves this dinner, especially my daughter.  Second, this meal is just plain healthy - it hits a number of superfood groups and that makes this family cook smile.  I feel really good every time I serve this meal, which makes it a staple in our home.

The recipes for the steamed salmon and wild mushroom brown rice are on the site, but a recipe is not needed for the edamame.  Just pick up some frozen edamame and prepare it according to the instructions.  I like the Central Market brand which can be steamed in the microwave right in the bag.  So easy!

Thought you weren’t a fan of brown rice?  Try this.  You’ll like it, and so will your kids.

Ingredients for Tasty Wild Mushroom Brown Rice

• 1 1/2 cups brown rice
• 3 cups chicken broth
• olive oil
• 8 oz. sliced mushrooms
• 3 green onions - chopped
• salt and pepper

Cooking Instructions

1. Combine the rice and broth in a lidded pot and bring to a boil uncovered.
2. Then lower the heat to a low simmer and cover the pot for 40 minutes.
3. In the meantime, saute the green onions and mushrooms with a generous drizzle of olive oil in a saute pan over medium heat.
4. Add salt and pepper to taste.
5. When brown rice is done, drain it and turn it out into the saute pan with the green onions and mushrooms.
6. Combine all and turn into a pretty serving dish.