Rice is such a simple pleasure. Whether you have a go-to Mexican rice recipe for taco night, heap brown rice in your stir-fry, or enjoy spicy red beans and rice, there are endless options. Maybe you grew up eating instant rice from a box (shudder) but these days, there are more types of this versatile grain available, and lots of great ways to use it. What you see on supermarket shelves is just a fraction of what's out there - at farmers markets and specialty stores you can find unique heirloom varieties in striking colors with fancy pedigrees. But for most meals, you can find what you need at the market. Basamati rice, traditionally eaten with Indian food, has a long thin grain and an intensely nutty aroma. Jasmine rice, often served with Thai dishes, is very fragrant, with a flavor that's almost floral. So get creative: A pilaf is nice, but what about wild rice studded with toasted almonds? Or a rich, creamy mushroom risotto made with short-grain Arborio rice? Long-grain varieties cook up light and fluffy, perfect for serving alongside a dinnertime stir-fry. And for dessert? Rice pudding, of course.
..., Michelle: Unlike you, a significant number of Americans draw the line at fixing brown rice. Just a little... more than half of respondents to the NPR survey say they pick brown rice over white rice, and reasons... why range from the whole hippie connotation to its longer cooking time. "I'd like to do brown rice... read more...
...Chicken, beans and rice -- there's comfort in simplicity, and we think there's a lot to be said... for getting back to basics. But basic doesn't have to mean boring. Take the white rice in this Mexican Chicken... and Rice. Now, plain old long-grain white rice isn't something that typically sets your heart aflutter... read more...
... recipes that not only won't break the bank, but that fit in with a busy life. First up, this Healthy Fried Rice. Here...'s what we love about it: just 15 minutes to prep, it's packed with veggies and brown rice and yields 4... servings at just $1.55 per serving. Pro tip: cook the brown rice a day or so in advance and store... read more...
Chicken and rice casseroles are great, but can sometimes be boring. That's why I love this curried version. You can find my recipe for Curried Chicken and Rice Casserole over at BettyCrocker.com. read more...
must-try recipe for Cheesy Chicken & Rice Soup with you! I started cooking today withsomething a bit creamier...and made with rice instead of noodles...and cheese. There had to be cheese! Cheesy Chicken & Rice Soup is what I came up with, and it is so read more...
being careful not to burn them! Add the rice, olive oil, turmeric, allspice, cinnamonlarge pinch of salt. Stir to coat the rice with the oil. Add the water and the lentilsSimmer for about 15 minutes, until the rice is tender and the water has been absorbed read more...