Instant Pot Ham and Wild Rice Soup (Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free)

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If you’re looking for a cozy, nourishing way to use up a leftover ham bone, this Instant Pot Ham and Wild Rice Soup is one of those recipes you’ll want to keep on repeat. It’s deeply comforting, naturally gluten-free, and surprisingly light for how creamy and satisfying it tastes. Instead of relying on flour or […]

Easy Veggie Fried Rice

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This Easy Vegetable Fried Rice is a delicious, healthy, and versatile dish that can be enjoyed for breakfast, lunch, or dinner.  It’s easy to make and can be adapted to suit different tastes. This healthy recipe is so easy and uses simple ingredients like green onion, eggs, carrots, peas, bell pepper, and rice which are […]

Spanish Rice Recipe (aka Sofrito Rice)

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This Spanish Rice recipe is a must-try if you’re looking for a simple, satisfying side dish that’s big on flavor and comes together with pantry staples. My family has always called this dish “Spanish Rice,” while some people in the US call it “Mexican Rice.” I find that different people and families have slightly different […]

Herb Lemon Rice

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Herb Lemon Rice is perfect if you are looking for a fresh, vibrant side dish that comes together in under 30 minutes. It’s the perfect way to elevate plain rice into something bright, zesty, and full of flavor, without much effort at all. This recipe is a great match for just about any protein or […]

Black Beans and Eggs Rice Bowl (Easy & Healthy)

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This black beans and eggs rice bowl is one of those simple, reliable recipes you’ll come back to again and again. It’s made with pantry staples, comes together in about 25 minutes, and delivers big flavor with minimal effort. Creamy black beans simmered with warm spices create a rich savory base for jammy eggs cooked […]

Gallo Pinto (aka Quick Rice & Beans)

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Gallo Pinto is a healthy dish made of rice, beans, and veggies, and it’s one of my favorite quick meals. It’s easy, quick, and full of great texture and flavor. I was hooked the first time I had it with scrambled eggs and avocado for breakfast in Costa Rica. Here are my simple hacks for making this […]