Brown Rice, Broccoli, Cheese and Walnut Surprise

 Ingredients:

1/2 cup chopped walnuts or almonds

1 tablespoon olive oil

1 onion, chopped

1 teaspoon minced garlic

1/2 cup uncooked brown rice

1 1/4 cup chicken broth

1 pound fresh broccoli florets

1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese

Instructions:

Saute onion and garlic in oil. Stir in rice, add broth and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low. Cover and simmer until liquid is absorbed. Don't let it dry out.

Cook broccoli in microwave. Stir into rice. Add nuts and cheese, stir briefly.