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Toasted-Coconut Rice

Toasted-Coconut Rice by Nancy Miyasaki

This is a light, tasty rice that goes well with curries or other asian dishes.

7 votes
8103 views
Takikomi Gohan (Japanese Mixed Rice)

Takikomi Gohan (Japanese Mixed Rice) by John Spottiswood

I loved eating this in Japan and love to order it when I am visit Suruki supermarket in downtown San Mateo. Finally, I learned to make it myself. It is amazingly easy and soooo good! This dish with just a small piece of grilled salmon, meat or vegetable makes a wonderful lunch or light dinner. Feel free to mix up the ingredients…

5 votes
8824 views
Mexican Rice

Mexican Rice by John Spottiswood

I was looking for an improved Mexican Rice recipe, so I adapted this one from the America's Test Kitchen cookbook. I used many of the same ingredients, but instead of baking it, which seemed like a waste of energy, I finished it in my rice cooker. The result was a very flavorful and wonderfully textured mexican rice. Browning the…

5 votes
14020 views
Twice Cooked Cauliflower

Twice Cooked Cauliflower by Salad Foodie

Pleasing elements of flavor and texture, this side dish is creamy and delicious. It takes cauliflower from conventional to contentment! Some may mistake it for mashed potato casserole and you might even get away with the trickery. Consider this recipe when you need a nice side for special occasions.

4 votes
5298 views
Simple Sesame Green Beans

Simple Sesame Green Beans by John Spottiswood

I realize that 5 stars is an awfully high rating for such a simple dish. But honestly, I end up eating a pound of green beans every time I make them this way. They end up so tender, and I love the simple flavor created by the sesame seeds and by steaming them in the broth. Depending on what I'm serving them with, I decide whether…

4 votes
4681 views
Cauliflower Mashed Potatoes

Cauliflower Mashed Potatoes by Two Southern Girls

Cauliflower can be delicious, I promise Even your kids will love this recipe; just tell them it’s Mashed Potatoes. I was a little hesitant at first seeing as how I love Potatoes, who would ever want to replace Potatoes with Cauliflower; they would have to be crazy.

3 votes
6320 views
Buttery Mashed Potatoes

Buttery Mashed Potatoes by Frank Fariello

While it's true that we mostly eat Italian at home, there are some dishes that even I have to admit the French do better. (I hope nonna Angelina isn't listening....) One of them is potato puree, also known as mashed potatoes, and, more specifically, the incredibly buttery version made famous by Joel Robuchon at Jamin, his Paris…

2 votes
2686 views
The Great Spinach Switch. A Fast Easy Lighter Version Of An Old Favorite

The Great Spinach Switch. A Fast Easy Lighter Version Of An Old Favorite by kathy gori

Still getting whipped around by the weather here in Sonoma. We've gone from perfect warm spring weather to hail and rain, to sun lashed by cloudbursts and windy gusts. Last night my little olive tree blew over. Time to replant. This morning it's crisp,…

2 votes
3020 views
Canning Applesauce

Canning Applesauce by Jennifer

Applesauce is good all by itself. You can also use it as an ingredient in recipes or use it as a topping or side dish.

1 vote
7096 views
Savoury Steamed Spare Ribs Recipe (豉汁蒸排骨)

Savoury Steamed Spare Ribs Recipe (豉汁蒸排骨) by Blackswan

The Steamed Spare Ribs with Black Bean is a very popular dish, often found in the Chinese dim-sum menu. I’ve been trying to master a perfect recipe over the years to suit my family’s taste buds; finally producing my most satisfied family favourite.

1 vote
4483 views
Pink Dip Recipe with Sesame Butter and Beet

Pink Dip Recipe with Sesame Butter and Beet by Tomer Treves

When you want to add color to your meal but keep it healthy, try this pink dip recipe with sesame butter and cooked beet.

1 vote
1750 views
Yellow Garlic Rice and Broccoli

Yellow Garlic Rice and Broccoli by Smokinhotchef

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 daughter Genesis loves it and enjoys this recipe as her main dish with no meat added. I feel great knowing my children can be satisfied with a meatless meal and still be happy!

1 vote
6120 views
Orange Rice Medley

Orange Rice Medley by Robyn Savoie

This is a lovely, slightly sweet side dish. It looks so pretty with the harvest colors of chopped green and red peppers and orange slices tucked in with the rice.

1 vote
3444 views
Almond-Coated Potatoes

Almond-Coated Potatoes by Robyn Savoie

These potatoes are a nutty, zesty and spicy combo sure to please.

1 vote
3421 views