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Mushroom and Spinach Savory Rice

1 Cup Basmati Rice

2 Cups Water

1/2 Tsp Salt

1 Tbsp Vegan Margarine*

1 Medium Onion Chopped

2 Cups Sliced Mushrooms

2 Cups Chopped Spinach

1 Can Chick Peas (Washed and Drained)

2-3 Threads Saffron

Salt and Pepper to Taste

Olive Oil

*Note: Some margarines contain animal products such as whey, milk ingredients and animal fat. Please keep this in mind when shopping.

In a medium saucepan, combine rice, water, salt and margarine and bring to a boil. Stir once, cover, reduce heat and simmer for 20 minutes.

While rice is cooking, sauté onions in a little olive oil. Add mushrooms and continue to sauté mixture. Add salt and pepper to taste. When onions and mushrooms are cooked, add the spinach and chick peas and continue to sauté until the spinach is wilted. Remove from heat.

Stir the mushroom and spinach mixture into the cooked rice. Add the saffron and mix well. This can be served as a side dish, or a main meal with salad.