Brunch Rice

Sautéed vegetables, scambled eggs, brown rice and cheddar cheese are combined to make a tasty dish for brunch.

Recipe Ingredients:

1 teaspoon butter or margarine
3/4 cup grated carrot
3/4 cup diced green bell pepper
3/4 cup sliced mushrooms
6 large egg whites
2 large eggs
1/2 cup milk
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground pepper
1 1/2 cups cooked brown rice
1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese

Cooking Directions:

1. Melt butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat until hot. Add grated carrots, diced green bell pepper, and sliced mushrooms; cook for 2 minutes.
2. Combine egg whites, eggs, milk, salt, and pepper in a small bowl.
3. Reduce the heat to medium and pour the egg mixture over the vegetables. Continue stirring for 1 1/2 to 2 minutes.
4. Add the rice and shredded cheddar cheese; stir to mix well. Heat for 2 minutes.

Makes 4 servings.

Recipe and photograph provided courtesy of USA Rice Federation.