Rice with Broccoli & Fried Garlic

I'm sure there are hundreds of thousands of ways to make rice - i've already learned about 10 new ways, here... but this is by far, the yummiest. You might just want to eat until you pop! Anything with fried garlic is good... on top of salads, pasta or pizza - why not in a sandwich, as well?

Here is a little recipe from a local restaurant that is quite popular, in these parts.

Ingredients:
4-5 Large Cloves Fresh Garlic, coarsely chopped
2-3 tablespoons Extra Virgin Olive Oil
1 cup Rice
½ cup Broccoli, finely chopped florets + stems
1 teaspoon Garlic Salt
2 cups Water

Directions:
1. Start by pouring the Olive Oil into the pan. You can use more or less, depending on the size of the pan.

2. Set the heat on medium to high.

3. Add the garlic, and fry for 1-2 minutes, stirring often. When the garlic turns a golden brown, remove from heat. Remove garlic from pan, leaving oil. Place garlic on a plate of paper towels, to remove excess oil. Set aside.

4. Return pan with oil to medium-high heat.

5. Add broccoli and garlic salt. Sauté for 2-3 minutes, until the broccoli is visibly reduced in size.

6. Add the cup of rice. Sauté for another minute, stirring often.

7. Add one cup of water, and bring to a boil. Continue to stir, and add second cup of water.

8. When the mixture has reached a boil, place a lid over the pan, and reduce the temperature to low. Simmer for 20 minutes.

9. After the rice is cooked, mix in the fried garlic before serving.

Yum!