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Rice Cooker Barley

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Rice Cooker Barley

Rice Cooker Barley

Ingredients

  • 4 cups water
  • 4 teaspoons chicken broth/seasoning (vegan or regular)
  • 1 cup barley, hulled or pearled
  • 1 1/2 cups onion, diced
  • 1 cup bell peppers, chopped (red or any color)
  • 2 teaspoons paprika
  • 2 teaspoons cumin
  • 2 teaspoons chili powder

Instructions

    1: Stir together all ingredients in a rice cooker.
    2: Cook on brown rice setting. After the cycle is finished, let the barley set for 15 minutes. Barley should be tender when done. If not cook a little longer.

Notes

Instead of the water and chicken seasoning you can you 2 cups of liquid chicken broth.

You can double or triple this recipe.

Try this delicious Rice Cooker Barley recipe! I think this is the easiest way to cook barley. This healthy Barley recipe has super flavor with the added spices. This is a perfect side dish for lots of meals. This is the easiest barley recipe I have ever made. In this cooking video Karen Breyer will show you step-by-step how to make Rice Cooker Barley. Watch this cooking video and make this Rice Cooker Barley recipe today!

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Grits

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Grits

Grits

Ingredients

  • 4 cups water
  • 1/4 teaspoon Kosher salt (or to taste)
  • 1 cup grits
  • Butter to taste (optional)

Instructions

    1: Add the water and salt to a saucepan. Bring the water to a boil over medium-high heat.
    2: Turn the heat to low. Slowly stir or whisk in the grits. Whisk to eliminate any lumps.
    3: Reduce the heat to low. Cover the saucepan. Cook, until thickened, stirring occasionally (15 - 20 minutes).
    4: Remove from the heat. Stir in butter if desired.

Notes

For thicker grits decrease the water. For thinner grits increase the water.


Grits are made from dried ground hominy (a form of corn).

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Try this creamy, delicious Grits recipe for breakfast! Grits are easy to make and needs only a few ingredients. They are also healthy and filling. Grits are usually served for breakfast but you can enjoy them anytime! Have Grits for lunch or dinner for a super easy meal that everyone will love. Karen Breyer and her dad will show you how to make this Grits recipe. Watch this cooking video and make some tasty Grits today!

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Raisin and Almond Rice Pilaf

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Yield: 4 servings

Raisin and Almond Rice Pilaf

Raisin and Almond Rice Pilaf

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon butter (or to taste)
  • 1/3 cup almonds, sliced or slivered
  • 1 cup onion, diced small
  • 1 cup brown rice, long grain
  • 1/3 cup raisins
  • 2 cups water
  • 2 teaspoons chicken broth/seasoning, dry
  • Kosher salt (to taste)
  • Pepper, ground (to taste)

Instructions

    1: Melt butter over low heat in a saucepan. Add almonds and cook until they are golden brown. Stir frequently.
    2: Remove the almonds and place them on a paper towel to drain. Set them aside.
    3: Add the onion to the saucepan. Cook over medium-low heat until the onion is soft. Stir frequently.
    4: Add the rice and raisins. Sauté for 2 - 3 minutes, stirring almost constantly.
    5: Stir in the water and chicken seasoning.
    6: Bring to a boil. Cover the pan. Reduce the heat to low. Cook until the rice is tender and the water is absorbed (about 35 - 45 minutes). If the water is gone but the rice is not tender, add a bit more water. Cook until desired tenderness.
    7: Add salt and pepper to taste.
    8: Stir in almonds and serve.

Notes

If you use white rice, cook 20 - 25 minutes or until all the liquid is absorbed.

I use vegan chicken broth/seasoning. You can also use 2 cups of liquid chicken broth in place of the seasoning and water.

Double this recipe if desired.

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Try this delicious Raisin and Almond Rice Pilaf recipe. It is easy to make and healthy too! The toasted almonds, raisins and seasonings give a wonderful flavor to this brown rice. It can be served as a satisfying side dish or main dish.

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Avocado Salad Dressing

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Yield: 8 servings

Avocado Salad Dressing

Avocado Salad Dressing

Ingredients

  • 1 large or 2 small avocados
  • 1/2 English cucumber, chopped with skin
  • 2 green onions, chopped
  • 4 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon Kosher salt, or to taste
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 1/2 teaspoon dill weed
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder

Instructions

    1: Blend all ingredients in a blender until smooth.
    2: Refrigerate until ready to serve.
    3: Pour over green salad or hearts of romaine lettuce wedges.

Notes

You may substitute 1 medium peeled cucumber for the 1/2 unpeeled English cucumber.


Use another type of salt if you prefer.


You can adjust all the ingredients to taste.

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Try this creamy, fresh, flavorful Avocado Salad Dressing! It is delicious, healthy and easy to make! Use it as a dip, spread or salad dressing. In this cooking video Karen Breyer will show you step-by-step how to make this Avocado Salad Dressing recipe.

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