Rice

 

Basil Pesto Rice

Just this morning I had a basil pesto sauce mozzarella crostini. Just yesterday I had basil pesto on toast. I just can’t get enough! It’s excellent with pasta and adds the same lusciousness to rice. So why not create basil pesto rice? I prepare all types of pesto, however I would have to say that basil pesto happens to…

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September 7, 2014

Cardamon Infused Rice Porridge with Gourmet Raisin

During one of our conversations, my niece Brihana mentioned that when she was in the third grade, they had something called “world day” which gave all student the opportunity to present their cultural dishes. One of her classmates, from Indian descent, brought in rice porridge. Brihana said it was the best thing that she ever tasted.…

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September 7, 2014

Wild Rice Pilaf

Did I ever mention that I enjoy creating different meals because I can’t stand boredom of any kind, especially in my sanctuary? Things become boring if it isn’t challenging…for me that is. Some folks have no issues repeating the same ole things every day, but no, not I. My rice repertoire has since expanded. I…

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September 7, 2014

Roasted Pepper Rice Pilaf

A few years ago, I stumbled upon a jar of roasted red peppers and decided to give it a try.  It was awesome. I was hooked and used in mostly on sandwiches. Being a foodie, I am completely adventurous and curious about all kinds of food. Once I realized how super easy it was to make roasted red pepper,…

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September 7, 2014

Black Rice with Herbed Garlic Shrimp

My quest towards achieving a healthier lifestyle led me to black rice. I’m not quite sure how I found out about it, but it was about two years ago that I stumbled upon this ancient rice that was served to emperors and royalties centuries ago.  It somehow vanish off the face of the earth….well not…

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July 3, 2014