Mushroom-Brown Rice Risotto

INGREDIENTS

1 1/2 tsp

kosher salt, divided

1 cup

short-grain brown rice

1/2 cup

dried porcini mushrooms (about 1/2 ounce)

3 cups

hot water

2 tbsp

olive oil, divided

1 lb

button or cremini mushrooms, sliced

3 cups

(1-inch) cut green beans

1/2 tsp

black pepper, divided

1/2 cup

chopped shallots

1/2 cup

white wine

2 oz

Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese, grated (about 1/2 cup)

1/4 cup

chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley

2 tsp

chopped fresh thyme