Fresh Green Beans, Mushrooms and Kale with Brown Rice & Caramelized Onions

In medium saute pan, heat 1 tablespoon olive oil over low to medium-low heat. Add onions, stirring every few minutes until brown and caramelized. This can take anywhere from 20-30 minutes.

Meanwhile, in a medium sauce pan, saute garlic and thyme for 1-2 minutes in 1 teaspoon olive oil until fragrant over medium heat. Add brown rice and saute for another minute to lightly toast the rice. Add in white wine and stir until absorbed. Then add in chicken broth and bring to a simmer for 30-35 minutes or until liquid is absorbed and rice is tender.

In a small sauce pan, bring some water to a boil. Stir in green beans and blanch for 2 minutes, just so beans are nice and bright green. Immediately remove beans from water and drain.

When onions are done, set aside and heat the remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil in the same pan. Add the mushrooms and cook until soft and browned. Add in kale and green beans and cook for 2 minutes until kale is cooked and decreased in volume. Season with salt and pepper.

Add vegetables into cooked rice and mix through. You could also plate the rice and top with vegetables. Once plated, top with caramelized onions and enjoy!