What is Spanakorizo? Spanakorizo is a simple yet comforting Greek vegetarian dish that I know you’re going to love. It mainly consists of spinach and rice, which is what “spanakorizo” literally translates as. And describe it as a Greek version of risotto. However, I find it’s better to think of this dish […]
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Start off spring by digging into a delicious and hearty bowl of Pea Risotto. A simple yet comforting dish that’s sure to tantalize your taste buds! This creamy, flavorful risotto is made from a blend of fresh peas, Arborio rice, chicken broth, and Parmesan cheese. And is the perfect way to welcome in the warm
This simple and easy rice pilaf is the perfect side dish for chicken, fish, or anything Mediterranean in flavor. It features long grain white rice and orzo pasta cooked in a mild yet delicious chicken and herb stock. Tips, Tricks & Suggestions Flavor alternatives: While I personally enjoy the simple flavor of this dish
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Roasted corn risotto is one of the best ways to use up excess summer sweet corn. Not only is it easy to make, but the corn results in a flavor that’s perfectly balanced between sweet and savory. If you’ve been following us for a while then you know we’ve already shared a couple of
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Chicken herb rice is simple yet delicious and pairs well with grilled meats and vegetables. Making it the perfect side dish for the summer season! I’ve shared a fair share of different rice recipes here at Home Cooks Classroom. From savory Spanish Rice, to mild & sweet Coconut Rice, and even spicy Jollof Rice.
What is Biryani? Biryani is an iconic Indian dish that can be found all over the world. In fact, according to its Wikipedia page, it is the most ordered dish at Indian restaurants worldwide. Of course, Wikipedia isn’t the most reliable source on the internet. But it sounds about right to me, so
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Risotto is one of my favorite things to make at home. I’m always amazed at how a few simple ingredients can be transformed into such an incredibly rich dish. But what I find most impressive is how easily it serves as a blank canvas to add any combination of flavors that you want.
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My first encounter with coconut rice was a couple of years ago during a trip to Cartegena, Colombia. And to be completely honest, I didn’t really know what to expect. Like most Americans, the only rice we had growing up was either cooked plain. Or it was made with savory ingredients like Spanish rice.
Spanish rice, also known as Mexican rice or Arroz rojo, is easily my favorite side dish to serve alongside Mexican food. It doesn’t matter whether we’re eating chicken enchiladas, carne asada street tacos, or even pork carnitas. I always make a big batch of this delicious rice to round out the meal. And today
Even though I love cooking at home, I still like to eat out from time to time. And one of my favorite spots to hit up is a local Persian restaurant called Surena. They honestly make some of the best Persian food that I have ever eaten. But what I love the most about
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