{companions} rice 4 ways

Ok first you need to check out Amy's post at i am a celiac. She posted 4 fillings for yummy tacos. I loved it! Can't wait to try. As I was preparing my rice for tonight's dinner I thought of all the ways I do rice - there are so many. Really it could be endless. So I am going to give you my basic recipe and then some of my more embellished versions. I would love to hear how you all do rice. It is such an easy and great side for dinner. Can't wait to share!

rice {a couple of ways} by ann west

n0. 1 - basic

basmati rice amount according to package

liquid based on directions minus 1/2 cup water and add 1/2 cup of white wine

add a chicken bullion cube

cook according to directions

n0. 2 - asian

rice amount according to package directions

substitute all or part of the liquid for coconut milk

cook according to directions

(if you want more add a slice of fresh ginger while you cook it, and fresh chopped cilantro after)

n0. 3 - Mexican

saute onion and red pepper in pan

add 1 tsp cumin

add 3 tbls tomato paste

rice amount according to package direction

water according to directions

cook according to directions

(if you want more you could add a can of chopped chilies and some cilantro - after it is cooked)

n0. 4 - Italian

Cook rice according to directions

Add 1-2 tbls pesto after it is cooked

(no cilantro here, parsley if you want)

I hope this give you some ideas. I don't think rice must match the style of the meal you are preparing but sometimes you want a little oomph. enjoy!

check out n0. 5 on amy's blog a cheese rice version - yum.