EASY MUSHROOM RICE

EASY MUSHROOM RICE 3 tablespoons butter, divided 1 pound crimini mushrooms, sliced 1 yellow onion, diced 2 cloves garlic, minced 1/2 teaspoon Kosher salt 1/4 teaspoon coarse ground pepper 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme (or 1 teaspoon fresh thyme) 2 cups rice 4 cups vegetable or beef broth In a heavy bottomed pot add 2 tablespoons of butter and the mushrooms. Cook on medium high for 3-5 minutes or until they start to caramelize. Stir and cook an additional 3 minutes. Remove the mushrooms. Add in the onions, salt, pepper and thyme along with the last tablespoon of butter and cook on medium for 3-5 minutes or until they start to turn golden brown. Add in the garlic and mushrooms, then stir and cook for 1 minute. Add in the rice and broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce to low heat and cook for 18-20 minutes. Leave covered for an additional 10 minutes before serving.