Brown Rice Louise

A Dom DeLuise recipe. He says this makes a healthy, filling and delicious breakfast or lunch. . .or a great side dish at dinner time. You may use instant brown rice, but make sure you follow the instructions on the box (as it may use more or less water and will cook much more quickly).

• Ready In: 55 mins
• Serves: 4-6

Ingredients

• 1  cup brown rice
• 2 1⁄2 cups water
• 1  tablespoon margarine (may sub butter)
• 1  large onion, chopped
• 1  large granny smith apple, chopped

Directions

1. Cook rice as per the directions on the package (usually bringing water to a boil, adding rice, returning to a boil, reducing to a simmer, cover and cook for 45 minutes).
2. In a nonstick pan, saute onion in margarine until transparent (about 3-5 minutes).
3. Add chopped apple and brown together for 5 minutes.
4. Add the cooked rice and heat through. . .tossing gently. Serve.