On this day, April 22^nd we demonstrate our support and protection of our beloved Mother Nature. Earth Day is an annual event celebrated worldwide and global actions are held to demonstrate support for environmental protection. It was first celebrated in 1970, and is now coordinated globally by the Earth Day Network and celebrated in more than 192 countries each year. Here’s a delicious recipe packed with support for our “Mother.” Most all ingredients blessings of her beautiful bounty; Compliments fresh from the soil of her earthy gifts to her beloved “down-to-earth” children. Thanks, Mom ♥♥♥

Ingredients:

3 cups vegetable or chicken broth

1 1⁄2 cups brown rice, uncooked

2 cups onions, chopped

3 tablespoons soy sauce

2 tablespoons butter

1⁄2 teaspoon thyme

1/2 teaspoon allspice (optional)

4 cups cauliflower, chopped

4 cups broccoli, chopped

2 red bell peppers, chopped

2 garlic cloves

1 1⁄2 tablespoons olive oil

1 cup cashews, chopped course

2 cups regular or reduced-fat cheddar cheese

Directions:

Preheat oven to 350* In a 3-quart baking dish combine broth, rice, 1 cup of onion, soy sauce, butter, thyme and allspice, if using.. Cover and bake 65-70 minutes or until rice is tender. In a large skillet saute veggies, garlic, and remaining onion in oil until tender. Spoon over rice mixture. Cover and bake 10 minutes. Sprinkle with cashews and cheese, serve after cheese melts.