Quick Skillet Rice Gratin

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 onion, chopped
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 2 medium carrots, peeled and chopped
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 2 cups instant rice, uncooked
• 1 (15 1/2 ounce) can kidney beans, rinsed and drained
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 13 cup parmesan cheese, grated

1. Heat oil in large skillet over medium high heat until hot.
2. Add onion and garlic; cook and stir 2 minutes.
3. Add carrots and thyme, cook and stir 4 minutes more.
4. Add rice, 2 cups water, beans and salt; season to taste with black pepper if desired.
5. Stir well; bring to a boil.
6. Reduce heat to low.
7. Sprinkle with cheese.
8. Cover and simmer 5 minutes or until cheese is melted and all liquid is evaporated.

olive oil, onion, garlic, carrots, thyme, instant rice, kidney beans, salt, parmesan cheese

Taken from www.food.com/recipe/quick-skillet-rice-gratin-214784 (may not work)