Brown Rice Pilaf Ingredients: 1/4 cup water 8 ounces mushrooms, diced (about 2 1/2 cups) 1 onion, diced 2 garlic cloves, minced or pressed 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme 1/2 cup dry white wine or vegetable broth 1 cup long-grain brown rice (preferably basmati or jasmine) 2 to 3 cups boiling water or vegetable broth 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper Preparation: Heat the 1/4 cup of water in a large saucepan. Add the mushrooms, onion, and garlic. Cook and stir over medium heat for 5 to 10 minutes, until the mushrooms and onion are soft. Add the thyme and cook and stir for 2 to 3…

Oil & Vinegar Dressing Making your own dressing is simple: I often use: ratio of 1 part vinegar 2 parts oil (i.e. 1 tablespoon of olive oil and 1 tablespoon of flax seed oil with 1 tablespoon of vinegar) sprinkle in a little salt and fresh black pepper. You can use balsamic, red wine, or even brown rice vinegar. Another great dressing is lemon juice and a little agave nectar. Mix and match to find your favorite.