Browned Rice Pilaf - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1/4 c. uncooked long grain rice
1 small clove garlic, minced
1/8 tsp. dried whole oregano
1/8 tsp. dried whole thyme
1/8 tsp. salt
3/4 c. water
2 Tbsp. diced carrots
2 Tbsp. diced sweet red pepper

Preparation

Coat a medium saucepan with cooking spray; place over medium heat until hot.
Add rice and garlic; saute 3 minutes or until rice is lightly browned, stirring often.
Add oregano and next three ingredients; stir well.
Cover, reduce heat and simmer 15 minutes.
Add carrots and red pepper; toss gently.
Cover and cook an additional 5 minutes or until liquid is absorbed and rice is tender.
Yield:
2 servings.