Nutty Vegetable Pilaf

Description
Makes 6 servings

Ingredients

 * 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
 * 2 cups coarsely chopped broccoli
 * 2 medium carrots, julienned
 * 1 medium onion, chopped
 * 1 cup sliced fresh mushrooms
 * 2 cloves garlic, minced
 * 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme leaves
 * 1/2 teaspoon dried basil leaves
 * 1/2 teaspoon salt
 * 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
 * 3 cups cooked brown rice (cooked in low-sodium chicken broth*)
 * 1/2 cup chopped pecans, toasted**
 * 1/2 cup shredded Parmesan cheese (optional)

Directions
Heat oil in large skillet over medium-high heat until hot. Add broccoli, carrots and onion. Cook and stir 5 to 7 minutes or until broccoli and carrots are tender and onion is beginning to brown. Add mushrooms, garlic, thyme, basil, salt and pepper. Cook and stir 2 to 3 minutes or until mushrooms are tender. Add rice and pecans; cook 1 to 2 minutes, stirring, until well blended and thoroughly heated. Just before serving sprinkle with cheese, if desired.