With Christmas fast approaching, I was trying to think of a healthy but yummy alternative to stuffing. Then the idea occured to me, why not prep for my stuffing the way I always do, but instead of adding dried bread cubes, add brown rice instead. The result? A success! In fact, I think it may become my new standby for all the holidays!
The ingredients are simple but add so much flavor! They include:
2 T Olive Oil
1 white onion, chopped
1 bag fresh cranberries
2 celery hearts, chopped
1 box Brown Rice
We always use cast iron to saute or cook meals on the stove. I chose a deep cast iron pan to prepare this dish.
1) Heat olive oil in the pan. Add the onion, cranberries, and celery. Saute until slightly tender.
2) Add 3 cups of water. Bring to a boil.
3) Add 3 cups of brown rice. Cover and reduce the heat to medium.
4) Fluff with a fork. The rice may turn a slight pink but all the merrier and bright! Right?
If you have a gluten intolerance, be sure to by certificed GF products to ensure your final dish is gluten free.
Enjoy!
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