Rice, Grains, & Grits
Rice, grains, and grits provide a base for both simple seasonings and fuller combinations. Mushroom rice, cilantro-lime rice, and buttery corn rice offer different flavors to serve beside another dish.
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Gulf Coast Mushroom Garlic Rice
Inspired by the rice served with The Gumbo Diner’s Redfish Special in Galveston, this elegant side dish relies on restraint rather than bold seasoning. Fluffy parboiled rice is…

Cilantro Lime Rice
Fluffy long-grain white rice cooked in the Instant Pot with butter or oil, finished with fresh lime juice, lime zest, and bold Fiesta Lime Pepper. Slightly firmer texture…
Buttery Garlic Corn Rice
This buttery garlic corn rice is the ultimate comfort side dish — simple, cozy, and full of flavor. Sweet corn kernels sautéed in garlic and butter combine with…

Creamy Cheesy Stir-Fry Rice Bake
DescriptionThis Creamy Cheesy Stir-Fry Rice Bake is pure comfort food with big payoff and minimal effort. Frozen stir-fry vegetables, fluffy rice, and savory protein come together in a…
Velvety Southern-Style Grits with Cream, Butter & White Cheddar
Indulgent and soul-warming, these stone-ground grits are slow-cooked in rich stock, finished with heavy cream, butter, and sharp white cheddar for a silky, luxurious texture. A touch of…
French Onion Soup Rice: A Rich and Savory Side Dish
This French Onion Soup Rice transforms a humble pantry staple into a flavorful and indulgent side dish. Infused with the deep, savory notes of French onion soup and…

Turmeric Rice
A warm bowl of fragrant and gorgeous turmeric rice is the kind of side dish that immediately elevates any meal. It also just happens to be incredibly easy…

Perfect Instant Pot Jasmine Rice
Make Perfect Instant Pot Rice (Pressure Cooker Rice) with this easy Foolproof method. Fragrant and fluffy white rice ready in 15 minutes. Set it and forget it, no…

Instant Pot Grits
This Instant Pot Grits recipe uses stone ground grits. They are by far the most flavorful grits but they take the longest to cook. Thankfully the Instant Pot…

Instant Pot Mushroom Risotto
The pressure cooker is the fastest and most reliable way to cook perfect risotto. This version comes out creamy and intensely flavored with fresh mushrooms and dried porcini.…
