Tag: brown rice

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Instant Pot Turkey-Stuffed Peppers 6

Ingredients 4 large multicolored bell peppers, tops cut off and chopped, peppers hollowed and seeded 1 pound 93% lean ground turkey 3/4 cup cooked brown rice [I love Trader Joe’s frozen brown rice] 1/3 cup seasoned breadcrumbs 3/4 cup reduced-sodium marinara sauce, divided 1/4 cup minced onion 1 ounce grated Parmesan cheese (about 1/4 cup) […]

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Roasted Tomato Mac and Cheese 2

Make this dish gluten-free by using the brown rice elbow pasta and brown rice flour options listed in the ingredients. Ingredients Cooking spray 5 plum tomatoes, cut into 1/2-inch-thick slices (about 16 slices) 2 tablespoons brown rice flour or all-purpose flour 2 tablespoons butter, softened 4 cups unsalted chicken stock 3 cups 1% low-fat milk, […]

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Cider-Glazed Chicken with Browned Butter-Pecan Rice 11

With chicken cutlets and boil-in-bag rice, this unique take on the chicken-and-rice dinner couldn’t be easier (or faster!) to make. Ingredients 1 (3.5-ounce) bag boil-in-bag brown rice (such as Uncle Ben’s) 2 tablespoons butter, divided 1 pound chicken breast cutlets (about 4 cutlets) 3/4 teaspoon salt, divided 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper 1/2 cup […]

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Broccoli, Cheddar, and Brown Rice Cakes 7

These quick, crispy vegetarian cakes are inspired by cheesy broccoli-and-rice casserole, right down to the layer of melted cheddar cheese on top. Make the cakes ahead and refrigerate or freeze for a last-minute meal. You could also increase the number of servings and serve the cakes as a side with a simple tomato soup. Grainy […]

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Veggie Fried Rice with Crispy Ham 5

For this quick family dinner, a small amount of salty ham is crisped and used as a topping. That way you can use far less and still get a big flavor impact. Ingredients 2 1/2 tablespoons dark sesame oil, divided 2 ounces ham, diced 4 large eggs, lightly beaten 1 cup (1/2-inch) slices green onions […]

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Tahini-Marinated Chicken Thighs with Cucumber-and-Tomato Salad 18

Adding tahini to the marinade makes the chicken buttery tender without an overwhelming amount of sesame flavor in the finished dish. It also helps the chicken to char nicely on the grill. Ingredients Chicken: 1/4 cup tahini (sesame seed paste), well stirred 3 tablespoons finely chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley 3 tablespoons olive oil 3 tablespoons […]

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Grilled Flank Steak with Cherry-Pecan Rice 16

Ingredients 1/2 cup fresh cherries, pitted and chopped 2 teaspoons balsamic vinegar 1/2 pound flank steak, trimmed 3/8 teaspoon kosher salt, divided 3/8 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, divided 1/4 teaspoon ground cumin 1/4 teaspoon paprika Cooking spray 1 (8.5-ounce) package precooked brown rice (such as Uncle Ben’s) 1 teaspoon butter 3 tablespoons chopped green […]

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Honey-Ginger Glazed Salmon 8

Complete the meal with a side of roasted or steamed carrots. Ingredients Cooking spray 1/2 cup honey 1/4 cup lower-sodium soy sauce 1 (1 1/2-inch) piece peeled fresh ginger, thinly sliced 1 garlic clove, grated 4 (6-ounce) salmon fillets 2 cups cooked brown rice How to Make It Step 1 Preheat oven to 400°. Line […]

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Egg Foo Yong with Mushroom Sauce 4

Think of egg foo yong as a cross between an American-style omelet and a crispy Chinese pancake, loaded with vegetables and topped with a savory mushroom “gravy.” It’s a superspeedy meal thanks to packaged broccoli slaw, matchstick-cut carrots, and microwaveable brown rice. A smaller (8- to 10-inch) skillet will make for a taller, fluffier pancake. […]

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Instant Pot Turkey-Stuffed Peppers

Don’t have an Instant Pot? No worries! Make this recipe in your Dutch oven instead. Preheat the oven to 350°F, make the peppers as instructed, then place in your Dutch oven with 1/2 to 1 cup water (depending on size of Dutch oven). Cover and bake until cooked through, about 45 to 50 minutes. Ingredients […]