Step 1

Heat oil in a large saute pan over medium high heat.

Step 2

Add onion, carrot, celery, and a couple large pinches of salt and pepper.

Step 3

Cook, stirring frequently, for 8 minutes.

Step 4

Add garlic, thyme, oregano, sage, and a couple pinches of salt and pepper.

Step 5

Cook, stirring frequently, for 1 minute.

Step 6

Add a splash of broth to deglaze the pan and scrape the yummy bits off the bottom.

Step 7

Add broccoli, chickpeas, rice, remaining vegetable broth, cream, cheddar, Parmesan, and a couple large pinches of salt and pepper.

Step 8

Bring to a gentle boil over medium high heat, stirring every couple minutes so that the rice doesn't stick to the pan. Once it's boiling, give it a good stir.

Step 9

Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 10 minutes. Remove cover, give it a good stir so the rice can cook evenly.

Step 10

Then cover and cook for another 6-8 minutes until rice is cooked through.

Step 11

Season to taste with salt and pepper and enjoy!