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                                            Prep Time: 15 Minutes Cook Time: 40 Minutes  | 
                                            Ready In: 55 Minutes Servings: 4  | 
                                         
                                        
                                     
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                    This dish combines the nutty flavor of brown rice with the fresh taste of bell peppers, baby peas, and other vegetables. Ingredients: 
                    
                        
                                                3 cups water  |  
                                                1 1/2 cups quick-cooking brown rice  |  
                                                2 tablespoons peanut oil  |  
                                                1 small yellow onion, chopped  |  
                                                1 small green bell pepper, chopped  |  
                                                1 teaspoon minced garlic  |  
                                                1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes  |  
                                                3 green onions, thinly sliced  |  
                                                3 tablespoons soy sauce  |  
                                                1 cup frozen petite peas  |  
                                                2 teaspoons sesame oil  |  
                                                1/4 cup roasted peanuts (optional)  |  
                                                
                     
                    Directions: 
                    
                        
                            
                                1. In a saucepan bring water to a boil. Stir in rice. Reduce heat, cover and simmer for 20 minutes. 2. Meanwhile, heat peanut oil in a large skillet or wok over medium heat. Add onions, bell pepper, garlic and pepper flakes, to taste. Cook 3 minutes, stirring occasionally. 3. Increase heat to medium-high and stir in cooked rice, green onions and soy sauce. Stir-fry for 1 minute. Add peas and cook 1 minute more. Remove from heat. Add sesame oil and mix well. Garnish with peanuts, if desired.                              | 
                         
                         
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