Rice & grains Recetas

Black Beans and Rice

A Cuban classic, this goes perfectly with all pork dishes, and also with poultry and fish.

Arroz A La Mexicana

Mexican Rice Pilaf

Generally, Mexican cooks make this rice with fresh tomatoes, but ever the corner-cutter, I use petite diced, drained.

Caribbean Peas & Rice

This popular dish throughout the Caribbean is similar to red beans and rice, but made with a few more spices and with crowder, pidgeon, or…

Easy Risotto & Gourmet Mushrooms

Risotto scares too many cooks. It's really a simple dish, though not commonly served at the American dinner…

Easy-Does-It Fried Rice

Leftover rice is a perfect excuse to make fried rice, and this is a simple recipe for a favorite oriental comfort food. Add in any desired meat or…

Lemon~Dill and Capers Rice Side Dish

Works so well with Baked Chicken,

I Heart Spanish Rice My Way!

A favorite side dish in my family! We love this with white fish broiled.

Yellow Garlic Rice and Broccoli

I make this all the time for a quick and easy side dish. Alternately, this can be a main dish by adding 1 lb. of chicken, beef, or pork. my…

Rice and Barley Side Dish

This is an excellent side dish and so very tasty! Enjoy with Lots of Love, Catherine

Edamame with Brown Rice and Tomatoes

Is it a salad? Side dish? Vegetarian entree? Healthy snack? It’s any of these you wish it to be. Three…

A Stay in “Take-Out” Dinner

This is a great way to have “take out” without the cost. With Love, Catherine xo

Mexican Rice (healthy)

A healthy Mexican rice; because even when you are dieting, Mexican food should still be an option