Rice Dishes

Creamy risotto with sauteed shrimp, asparagus, and a sprinkle of parmesan is an impressive dish that's impressively easy when a pressure cooker does the...

Method:   pressure cooker, stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

A mixture of pork sausage, spices, vegetables, and long grain and wild rice cooked in a skillet to make a one-dish dinner.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Regular fluffy white rice is fine for most dishes, but it can't match the decadence of this parmesan rice. Thick and creamy, it's a great substitute for risotto.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

We often think of pumpkin as only being for sweet dishes, but this risotto is a perfect example of a great savory use.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

Looking for an easy rice side dish that doesn't come from a packaged mix? Check out this recipe. Great southwestern flavors with fresh jalapenos, avocados, salsa, and...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

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This pilaf recipe is a fantastic way to elevate some regular white rice. The key is toasting the rice with cumin and coriander to add depth of flavor.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

The crock pot is an ideal vessel for making perfect wild rice. Mixed with mushrooms and lightly flavored with thyme, salt and pepper, this recipe is a great match to almost...

Method:   crock pot
Time:   2-5 hours

Greens take the place of your typical cooked veggies in this dish. Chorizo sausage and sriracha sauce spices things up a bit.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Rice is cooked in chicken broth then mixed with a garlic, chive, and sour cream sauce and baked in the oven. Bread crumbs sprinkled on top give it added...

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with instant rice, salt, garlic, margarine or butter, mushrooms, red bell pepper, chicken broth, water, dry sherry or chicken broth, dried minced onions

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Stuffed rice balls aren't just an Asian delicacy. These cheesy Italian saffron rice balls are filled with pork or veal and then breaded and fried until golden...

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   1-2 hours

Ready in about 20 minutes and full of flavor. This basmati rice makes a great side dish with fish, chicken, pork, etc.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with garlic, water, white rice, salt, fresh cilantro, lime juice, olive oil

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with almond extract, honey, cracked wheat grains, water, poppy seeds, hazelnuts, walnuts, golden raisins

Method:   stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours

Made with salt and pepper, vegetable oil, garlic, rice, red kidney beans, water, onion, hot green pepper, salt pork or bacon, butter

Method:   stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours

Made with salt and freshly ground black pepper, olive oil, onion, long-grain rice, chicken stock, water, tomatoes

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

Made with raisins, water, butter, white rice, cinnamon sticks, salt, ground turmeric

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Make restaurant-quality risotto the way chefs do. It doesn't require exotic ingredients, just attention to detail.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

Made with onion, garlic, cumin, dried oregano, green bell pepper, red bell pepper, jalapeno pepper, celery, black beans, crushed tomatoes

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

True Cajuns may balk at using a pressure cooker for this classic red beans and rice recipe, but it cuts the cook time and yields authentic-tasting results.

Method:   pressure cooker, stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours

Made with salt and black pepper, chicken stock, oil, onion, vermicelli pasta, pourgouri or boulgouri

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

A delicious layered casserole of creamy sour cream rice, three kinds of cheese, and chopped green chiles.

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

Turkey and Thai food may not know each other well, but they're about to become best friends. A sweet stir-fry sauce made with peanut butter and ginger turns turkey and...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with salt and pepper, toasted sesame seeds, salt, water, jasmine rice, edamame, peanut oil

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

Made with heavy cream, Parmesan cheese, butter, chicken stock, olive oil, onion, arborio rice, white wine, saffron, shrimp

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with curry powder, rice, onion, water, salt, butter, coconut, salted peanuts

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

This New Orleans style red beans and rice recipe is made easy in the crock pot. The beans are cooked with a ham bone for extra flavor. Then smoked sausage is...

Method:   crock pot
Time:   over 5 hours

Congee can be doctored up in dozens of savory ways, from a simple splash of soy sauce to shredded nori seaweed and soft-boiled eggs.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

Made with rice, lime zest, lime juice, fresh cilantro


Time:   under 30 minutes

Rice in the pressure cooker is simple and turns out fantastic! Not mushy or sticky, just perfectly cooked grains of rice.

Method:   pressure cooker
Time:   30-60 minutes

Made with oranges, raisins, salt, dried black beans, ham bone, water, mustard seed, dried oregano, garlic, bay leaves

Method:   stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours

Made with celery, carrot, dried apricots, sweet onion, Romano cheese, eggs, flour, dried wild mushrooms, heavy cream

Method:   stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours

Made with rice, egg yolk, butter, onion, green bell pepper, curry powder, turmeric, salt, black pepper, cayenne pepper

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

If you are looking for a gourmet fried rice recipe, this is it. It uses fresh shiitake mushrooms and cooked brown rice but is garnished with strips of nori...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

A little dill, garlic, and onion powder can really dress up some plain white rice.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

Made with sweet Italian sausages, water, onion, butter, white wine, arborio rice, zucchini, kosher salt, fresh baby spinach, Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese

Method:   crock pot, stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

Want the secret to making perfect white rice every time? Here you go!

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with carrots, shiitake mushrooms, salt, celery, green cabbage, garam masala, stir-fry sauce, bamboo shoots, water chestnuts, chili paste

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

Simmering rice with kelp adds a little extra umami flavor to your sushi or other Asian rice meals.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

This recipe features a blend of fragrant curry and juicy pineapple mixed with long-grain rice. Perfect for adding a hint of tropical flavor to any lunch or dinner.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with long-grain rice, curry powder, chicken bouillon, raisins, dried minced onion


Time:   under 30 minutes

The best way to cook amazing food is to master the basics. Perfect brown rice is so versatile, whether for stir-fries, burrito bowls, or serving alongside grilled fish...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

This basmati is toasted in oil, studded with juicy raisins and salty cashews, and spiced with cinnamon and cloves. You'll never look at rice the same way again, and you shouldn't.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

A great, easy side dish made with rice, tomatoes with green chiles, green olives, onion, and Jack cheese.

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours

Made with fresh tarragon, butter, onion, garlic, bulgur, chicken stock, asparagus, frozen peas, parmesan cheese, whipping cream

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

These cute rice balls make a great appetizer for Asian meals. Substitute in some sushi rice and adding fillings like avocado or smoked salmon to give you a fun variation on standard...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

Use a good, rich vegetable stock in this recipe for the best results. Wilted spinach adds additional flavor and visual appeal.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

Want a foolproof way to cook rice? Try this oven-baked method with easy to follow instructions for baking rice in the oven for perfect results every time.

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

This is a very rich and creamy risotto that's packed with nutrition.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

Fresh corn makes all the difference in this recipe. Half of it is pureed and then it is all stirred into the finished risotto. Serve it as a side dish, or like we did with some baked...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes