Seasoned Brown Rice Recipes

BROWN RICE...THE FAST WAY!

Steps:

• Using a strainer, rinse the rice under cold water, then drain it completely. (Here's why.)
• In a saucepan over high heat, bring the water to a boil. Add the rice and stir. Continue to boil uncovered until tender, with the water bubbling rapidly, for 20 minutes. Start tasting at 18 to 20 minutes: if the rice is tender, remove the heat. If not, keep cooking 5 to 10 minutes more until the rice is tender. (All rice types and brands are slightly different, so you'll have to adjust according to the specific rice. Ours is usually done in around 18 to 25 minutes.)
• Pour the rice into a strainer, then return it to the pot. Cover the pot and allow the rice to steam for 5 minutes. Uncover and fluff the rice with a fork. Stir in the salt.

SEASONED BROWN & WILD RICE

Steps:

• In small bowl, blend all seasoning ingredients. Set aside.
• In medium saucepan, bring water to a boil.
• Add margarine, brown rice & wild rice, and reduce heat. Cover & simmer 30 minutes.
• Water should be about half absorbed and brown rice beginning to soften.
• Stir in seasoning mix. Simmer additional 20-30 minutes.
• Let sit, still covered, 10 minutes.
• Mix in fresh parsley and fluff with fork before serving.

SEASONED BROWN RICE PILAF

Steps:

• In a Dutch oven, heat oil over medium heat. Add rice and onion; saute until rice is lightly browned, 8-10 minutes. Add broth; stir in the next 6 ingredients. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, covered, for 35 minutes. Add orzo. Cook, covered, until orzo is tender, 10-15 minutes longer.

HOMEMADE SEASONED RICE MIX

Steps:

• Combine all ingredients in a storage container with a tight-fitting lid. Yield: about 3-1/2 cups., To prepare rice as a side dish: Combine 2 cups water and 1 tablespoon butter in a saucepan; bring to a boil. Stir in one rounded cup of rice mix. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 15-20 minutes.