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Cozy Pumpkin Rice: Your Fall Comfort Dish

Cozy Pumpkin Rice: Your Best Fall Comfort Dish Ever

Cozy Pumpkin Rice: Your fall comfort dish that combines the sweetness of pumpkin with aromatic garlic and thyme.
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Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Resting Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 40 minutes
Course: Rice
Cuisine: American
Keyword: comfort food, Cozy Pumpkin Rice, Creamy rice, Fall comfort dish, Pumpkin Recipe, Quick recipe
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 250kcal

Equipment

  • large pot

Ingredients

For the Base

  • 2 tablespoons Avocado Oil Could substitute with olive oil
  • 1 medium Red Onion Diced
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced
  • 1 cup Long Grain Brown Rice Can swap with white rice

For the Creamy Mixture

  • 1 cup Pumpkin Puree Use plain puree, not pie filling
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Thyme Can substitute with fresh thyme
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Adjust to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper Adjust to taste
  • 2 cups Water Adjust according to rice type

For the Flavor Boost

  • 1 tablespoon Balsamic Vinegar Can use apple cider vinegar

Instructions

Cooking Steps

  • In a large pot, warm the avocado oil over medium heat until shimmering.
  • Add the diced red onion and sauté for 5-7 minutes until soft.
  • Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
  • Mix in the long grain brown rice, pumpkin puree, dried thyme, salt, and black pepper.
  • Pour in the necessary water, stir, and bring to a gentle simmer.
  • Cover and let it cook for 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Remove from heat, stir in the balsamic vinegar, cover, and let sit for 5 minutes.
  • Gently fluff the cozy Pumpkin Rice with a fork before serving.

Notes

Garnish with toasted pumpkin seeds or fresh herbs for added flavor and texture.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cup | Calories: 250kcal | Carbohydrates: 45g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 7g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Sodium: 300mg | Potassium: 450mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 800IU | Vitamin C: 4mg | Calcium: 30mg | Iron: 2mg
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