Ingredients
3 cups chicken broth1-1/2 cups uncooked brown rice2 cups chopped onions, divided3 tablespoons soy sauce2 tablespoons butter, melted1/2 teaspoon dried thyme4 cups fresh cauliflowerets4 cups fresh broccoli florets2 medium sweet red peppers, julienned2 garlic cloves, minced3 tablespoons olive oil1 cup salted cashew halves2 cups shredded cheddar cheese, optional
Preparation
In a greased 3-qt. baking dish, combine the broth, rice, 1 cup onion, soy sauce, butter and thyme. Cover and bake at 350° for 65-70 minutes or until rice is tender.
Meanwhile, in a large skillet, saute the cauliflower, broccoli, peppers, garlic and remaining onion in oil until crisp-tender; spoon over rice mixture.
Cover and bake for 10 minutes. Uncover and sprinkle with cashews and cheese if desired. Bake 5-7 minutes longer or until cheese is melted.
