Garden Pilaf

Ingredients:
2/3 cup uncooked long grain rice
1-1 1/2 cups chicken broth
1 clove garlic, minced
1/2 tsp basil
1/4 tsp thyme
2 cups packed fresh spinach, torn
2/3 cup grated carrot
2 tbsp parmesan cheese

Directions:
Spray a skillet with nonstick spray; add rice and saute over medium heat until rice begins to brown. Add chicken broth, garlic, basil and thyme. Reduce heat to low and simmer covered for 15 minutes. Check occasionally and add more broth if necessary. Stir in spinach and carrot; cover and cook 4-5 minutes longer or until vegetables are tender. Stir in parmesan cheese.