Curried Rice

This curried rice mix is an interesting complement for plain chicken or pork.

Serves 6.

2 1/2 cups water
1 cup long-grain rice
1 chicken bouillon cube, crumbled
2 Tbsp. dried minced onion
1/4 cup raisins
1/2 tsp. curry powder
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In a medium saucepan bring the water to a boil. Add the rice mix. Cover and reduce the heat to a simmer for 20 minutes.

Arroz a la Mexicana

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Prep Time: 35 minutes
Makes 12 servings

1 medium tomato, cut up
1/2 small onion, cut up
1 small garlic clove
3 T salad oil
1 1/2 C long-grain rice
3 C water
1 vegetable stock cube (or beef or chicken)
1 large carrot, thinly sliced
1 1/4 t salt
1/2 C frozen peas
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In blender at medium speed, blend tomato, onion and garlic until smooth; set aside.

In a 12″ skillet over medium-high heat, heat oil’ cook rice until golden, stirring constantly. Add tomato mixture; cook and stir until all liquid is absorbed.

Stir in water, stock cube, carrot and salt. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low, cover and simmer 10 minutes. Add peas; cover and simmer 10 minutes longer or until rice and vegetables are tender and all liquid is absorbed.

Broccoli with Orange Sauce

Broccoli with Orange Sauce

1 pound fresh or frozen broccoli spears
4 1/2 teaspoons sugar
2 teaspoons cornstarch
1/2 teaspoon chicken bouillon granules
1/4 cup water
1/4 cup orange juice
1 teaspoon grated orange peel
1 med navel orange, thinly sliced
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Place broccoli and a small amount of water in a saucepan; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and cook for 5-8 minutes or until crisp-tender. Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, combine the sugar, cornstarch and bouillon. Stir in water, orange juice and peel until blended. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes until thickened.

Drain broccoli and place in a serving bowl. Garnish with orange slices and drizzle with sauce. Yield: 6 servings.