MEATBALLS AND RICE
2 teaspoons olive oil
3 cloves garlic, crushed and minced
1 pound homemade meatballs, or store-bought meatballs
3 cups beef broth
1 & 1/2 cups uncooked rice, rinsed
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon black pepper, or more to taste
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt, or to taste
1 & 1/2 cups frozen peas
1/2 cup green onions, chopped
1/4 cup parsley, fresh, chopped (optional)