1 c. rice
1 pkg. frozen broccoli, cut into bite - size pieces
2 carrots, sliced
1 tbsp. butter
2 tbsp. olive oil
2 cloves garlic, minced
1/2 c. Parmesan cheese, grated
1/4 tsp. black pepper

Cook rice according to package directions. Cook broccoli until tender - crisp. Cook carrots until tender. In a sauce pan, heat the butter, oil and garlic until hot. In a separate bowl, combine the rice and cooked broccoli and carrots. Toss with butter mixture, cheese and black pepper. Serve hot with extra Parmesan cheese if desired.