The only thing better than comfort food for dinner is being able to make it in a single pot, am I right? This homemade cheesy rice pilaf is loaded with herbs, cheese, and veggies. It's filling, nutritious, and the leftovers make a great lunch the next day! One Pot Chicken, Rice, and Veggies(Original recipe: The … Continue reading One Pot Chicken, Rice, and Veggies
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Traditional Mexican Horchata
If you've never had Traditional Mexican Horchata, this is your sign to try it! This sweet, rice-based drink has the flavors of cinnamon rice pudding. It's not always the easiest drink to find out and about, but it is easy to make at home. It's especially tasty served over ice on a hot summer day! … Continue reading Traditional Mexican Horchata
Cheesy Chicken and Rice Casserole with Broccoli and Mushrooms
Are you looking for a nutritious casserole recipe that doesn't call for canned soup or bouillon cubes as a base? Never fear! One option is to make your own cream-of soups, but not everyone has the time to make an additional recipe. The other option is much faster: make your own mother sauce. Okay, fancy … Continue reading Cheesy Chicken and Rice Casserole with Broccoli and Mushrooms
Italian Sausage and Pepper Risotto
Risotto used to intimidate me. Cookbooks and cooking shows always make it seem like making risotto is seriously advanced-level cooking. But with a few tips, I encourage anyone to try their hand at risotto. Here's the thing: risotto requires focused attention, but if you are indeed attentive, it isn't difficult, and the pay off is … Continue reading Italian Sausage and Pepper Risotto
Egg Nog Rice Pudding
Holiday sweet treats aren't limited to cookies and pies. This smooth, creamy Egg Nog Rice Pudding comes together easily, with smooth seasonal flavors to rival any traditional dessert! We've also included a low sugar and egg-free option for those navigating the holidays with diet restrictions. The only sugar comes from a lower-sugar, egg-less almond milk-based … Continue reading Egg Nog Rice Pudding
Incredibly Tasty Wild Rice Pilaf
The holidays can be a struggle for anyone needing to avoid wheat, gluten, or carbs. But never fear! This delicious wild rice pilaf offers a satisfying alternative to bread-based dishes, such as stuffing. And this rice pilaf puts other pilafs to shame. Stuffed with savory goodies like bacon, cheese, and mushrooms, it is loaded with … Continue reading Incredibly Tasty Wild Rice Pilaf
In Season for Fall: Zucchini
Do you have a garden with zucchini coming out your ears? Or perhaps you have friends and/or family with a garden who have gifted you so much zucchini that it's coming out your ears. Either way, it's hard to miss that it is definitely zucchini season! Here are three ways to use up all that … Continue reading In Season for Fall: Zucchini
Cheesy Garlic Zucchini Rice
I know you understand the struggle: just because we cut preservatives out of our diet for health reasons doesn't mean we don't miss - and crave - some of the worst boxed food out there! That's why I've been on a mission to find delicious, real-food recipes to replace their boxed counterparts. I'm proud to … Continue reading Cheesy Garlic Zucchini Rice
Spicy Coconut Mango Chicken, Coconut Cilantro Rice, and Mango Salsa
I love taking advantage of seasonal foods to expand my cooking knowledge and palate! So when my local grocery store had piles of fresh summer mangoes, I found these delicious new ways to use them on roasted chicken split breasts. Even I wasn't expecting to enjoy this as much as I did! This spicy/sweet sauce … Continue reading Spicy Coconut Mango Chicken, Coconut Cilantro Rice, and Mango Salsa
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