Recipes

Very simple delicious beef, rice and veggie recipe--very filling and easy cleanup, too. Serve with flour tortillas, sour cream, and salsa.

White rice is the main side dish made in Brazil. This is the way my mom would make it and taught my sister and I. What makes this so different is that we fry it in oil with minced onion and garlic before adding water. You can also use part water, part chicken broth. The secret is to not let it overcook because it should come out loose and not sticky.

Juicy balsamic-glazed chicken served over pasta with sautéed vegetables. A slightly sweet and tangy dish that’s full of depth and richness.

Pesto rice made with white rice, store-bought, onion, and a touch of lemon is a great side dish with fish or chicken.

A Mediterranean-inspired baked pasta with tangy feta cheese and spinach nestled in tubes of mostaccioli, offering a creamy and slightly salty delight.

Mujaddara Arabic lentil rice is a great tasting dish to enjoy and share with family and friends. It's a special dish for vegetarians, and one of our favorite meals. Instead of placing the onion on top you can mix it along with the lentils and rice before serving. It makes a perfect meal with a fresh green salad. Also you can use 2 cups of vegetable broth instead of 2 cups of water to cook the lentils.