Basmati Primavera

Ingredients

• 2 cups water
• 1/2 tsp. coarse kosher salt, divided
• 3/4 cup rice
• 1/4 cup carrot, chopped
• 1/4 cup parsnip, chopped
• 1/4 cup butternut squash, chopped
• 4 tbsp. butter
• 1/4 cup heavy cream
• 1 small garlic clove, crushed
• 1 tbsp. fresh thyme, minced

Instructions

1. In the base of the Microwave Rice Maker add water, salt, rice, carrot, parsnip, and butternut squash; stir to combine. Microwave on high heat 5 minutes. Continue to microwave at 50% power 10 minutes more. Remove from microwave, let stand 5 minutes. Transfer rice and vegetables to a large bowl, fluff with fork.
2. Meanwhile in the MicroPitcher add butter, cream, garlic, and thyme. Microwave on high power, 30 seconds, or until butter has melted.
3. Pour butter mixture over rice; toss to coat. Serve warm.