Brown Rice Mushroom Congee

Congee, the ultimate Chinese comfort food, gets a whole-grain spin with the easy substitution of brown rice. Simple and satisfying, this recipe is just the thing to make when you’re feeling under the weather or craving something warming and heartening. Brown rice is a nutritional powerhouse, offering fiber to aid in digestion and satiety, protein for sustained energy, zinc for immune function and also helps lower bad cholesterol. Mushrooms contain selenium and vitamin D, helping to boost mood, thyroid and immune function. For an even heartier meal, add some shredded chicken or a fried egg to this recipe.

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