Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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4
servings
1 cup

brown rice

raw

8 oz

eggless pasta

shaped

1 tsp

vegetable oil

8 oz

white mushrooms

sliced

1.5 cups

vegetarian stock

beef-flavored

2 unit

leeks

trimmed and rinsed

10 oz

greens

such as arugula or spinach

Step 1
~3 min

Rinse brown rice until the water runs clear.

Step 2
~3 min

Cook rice according to package directions.

Step 3
~3 min

Heat a large nonstick skillet over medium heat.

Step 4
~3 min

Spray the skillet with nonstick cooking spray.

Step 5
~3 min

Cook the pasta in the skillet, stirring often, until golden to golden-brown (about 10 minutes).

Step 6
~3 min

Remove the browned noodles from the skillet.

Step 7
~3 min

Heat vegetable oil in the skillet over medium heat.

Step 8
~3 min

Sauté the sliced mushrooms until golden, stirring often (about 5 minutes).

Step 9
~3 min

Place the cooked mushrooms and browned pasta in a large saucepan.

Step 10
~3 min

Add the vegetable stock and cooked brown rice to the saucepan.

Step 11
~3 min

Cover the saucepan and cook the mixture over medium-low heat until the liquid is absorbed.

Step 12
~3 min

Stir in the trimmed and rinsed leeks and greens (such as arugula or spinach), mixing well.

Step 13
~3 min

Season the mixture to taste.

Step 14
~3 min

Cook until the greens are just wilted.

Step 15
~3 min

Remove from heat and serve.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Add a squeeze of lemon juice for brightness.

Garnish with toasted pine nuts for added texture and flavor.

Use different types of greens for a variety of flavors and nutrients.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be made ahead and reheated.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Low
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with a side salad.

Serve with crusty bread.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Garlic Bread
Caprese Salad

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Mediterranean

Cultural Significance

Healthy and versatile staple.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Occasion Tags

Weeknight Meal
Family Dinner

Popularity Score

65/100

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