Green Rice

Difficulty rating: 2 chefs hats (out of 5)

Ingredients:

• 4 cups water
• 2 cups brown or wild rice
• 6 TBS olive oil
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 TBS lime or lemon juice
• Salt to taste
• 4 cups finely chopped fresh cilantro (or to taste)
• 4 cups washed finely chopped spinach, kale, or chard
• 6 scallions, finely chopped
• Salt to taste

Directions:
In a large saucepan, bring the water to a boil.  Add the rice, olive oil, garlic, lime juice, and salt.  Reduce to medium heat.  Stir gently, cover, and simmer slowly for about 25 minutes, or until the rice is tender.  Leave the rice covered so the steam stays in, making the rice fluffy. 

Transfer rice to a large mixing bowl.  Add the cilantro, spinach, scallions, and salt.  Combine thoroughly. 

Inspired by Britton Doolittle of Deep Roots Farm in Mason, WI