We’ve all heard that brown rice is better for us than white rice. Rice is a great for reduced fat meals and as a source of complex carbohydrates. But how do you make it? It’s not too hard, really. This article will get you started cooking and using it in some common and unique combinations. Brown rice, or hulled rice, is rice with all or most of its outer husks. This unmilled or partly milled rice is a whole natural grain with a mild nutty flavor, that is chewier and more nutritious than white rice. The down side is that it can spoil more quickly because of the germ (similar to wheat germ), which is the part that is removed to make white rice.HOW TO COOK BROWN RICEAdd one part rice to one and half parts water (1 cup rice and 2.5 cups water) which should make 3.5 cups cooked rice

Stir once, cover, and bring to a boil

Turn heat down and simmer for 45 minutes

Let stand off the heat for another 5 minutes (optional)If using a rice cooker, add rice and water with the same ratio and click the COOK button. When cooking any and all rice, never stir while it is cooking to avoid mushy rice.For best results do not rinse before or drain after cooking. For firmer rice use less water and simmer for a shorter time. For softer rice, use more water and simmer for a longer time. Do not lift lid while cooking, steam cooks the rice.HOW TO STORE BROWN RICEStore in an air-tight container. It should keep about six months in your cupboard (white rice keeps almost indefinitely).VARIATIONS ON COOKING RICEAdd 1 teaspoon salt to the water

Add 1 teaspoon butter or margarine

For some or all of the liquid, use vegetable broth

For some or all of the liquid, use chicken broth

For some or all of the liquid, use beef brothTHINGS TO DO WITH LEFTOVERSBrown Rice with Veggies and Sesame Seeds

Brown Rice Salad with Citrus Vinaigrette

Green Chile Brown RiceR E C I P E S-RICE WITH VEGGIES AND SESAME SEEDSIngredients2 cups cooked brown rice

1 teaspoon sesame or vegetable oil

1/4 cup onions

1/4 cup green onions

1/4 cup bell pepper (any color)DirectionsHeat oil for one minute, add chopped veggies and sauté for a few minutes. Combine rice and reduce heat. Cook for 3 minutes and remove from heat. Add sesame seeds.-RICE SALAD WITH CITRUS VINAIGRETTEIngredients2 cups cooked brown rice

2 carrots, grated

1 cup pea pods, thinly sliced on an angle

1 small red onion, minced

6 green onions, thinly sliced on an angle

Citrus Basil Vinaigrette, recipe follows

Cilantro, chopped and/or mint leaves for garnishDirectionsCombine rice and vegetables in a large bowl. Add vinaigrette and stir to combine. Let the salad sit at room temperature before serving. Garnish with herbs-Citrus Basil VinaigretteIngredients3/4 cup orange juice

1/4 cup lime juice

1/2 cup fresh basil leaves (can also use mint leaves)

1 cup fresh cilantro leaves

1 teaspoon kosher salt

1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

1 heaping tablespoon honey

1/2 cup canola oilDirectionsCombine all ingredients in a blender and blend for 1 minuteGREEN CHILI RICEIngredients2 cups cooked brown rice

1 bell pepper (any color)

1 medium onion

2 cloves garlic

1/2 jalapeno

1/2 teaspoon oregano

1/4 teaspoon cumin

1 lime, juiced

1/4 cup green onions

3 tablespoons fresh cilantro, choppedDirectionsSauté bell pepper, onion, garlic, jalapeño, oregano, and cumin for 5 minutes or until vegetables are tender. Stir in cooked rice, lime juice, green onions and cilantro… the perfect spicy side-dish!!

More Information- en.wikipedia.org Davee Kaplan is an expert author for Ezinearticles.com, writes her own blog, microblogs on Twitter and Facebook, has product critiques on Amazon, buyer/seller critiques for eBay, service critiques for ServiceMaster, and restaurant critiques for Yelp and Zagat. Follow Davee on her blog at http://EatAndDance.com, and EatAndDance on twitter.

We’ve all heard that brown rice is better for us than white rice. Rice is a great for reduced fat meals and as a source of complex carbohydrates. But how do you make it? It’s not too hard, really. This article will get you started cooking and using it in some common and unique combinations. Brown rice, or hulled rice, is rice with all or most of its outer husks. This unmilled or partly milled rice is a whole natural grain with a mild nutty flavor, that is chewier and more nutritious than white rice. The down side is that it can spoil more quickly because of the germ (similar to wheat germ), which is the part that is removed to make white rice.HOW TO COOK BROWN RICEAdd one part rice to one and half parts water (1 cup rice and 2.5 cups water) which should make 3.5 cups cooked rice

Stir once, cover, and bring to a boil

Turn heat down and simmer for 45 minutes

Let stand off the heat for another 5 minutes (optional)If using a rice cooker, add rice and water with the same ratio and click the COOK button. When cooking any and all rice, never stir while it is cooking to avoid mushy rice.For best results do not rinse before or drain after cooking. For firmer rice use less water and simmer for a shorter time. For softer rice, use more water and simmer for a longer time. Do not lift lid while cooking, steam cooks the rice.HOW TO STORE BROWN RICEStore in an air-tight container. It should keep about six months in your cupboard (white rice keeps almost indefinitely).VARIATIONS ON COOKING RICEAdd 1 teaspoon salt to the water

Add 1 teaspoon butter or margarine

For some or all of the liquid, use vegetable broth

For some or all of the liquid, use chicken broth

For some or all of the liquid, use beef brothTHINGS TO DO WITH LEFTOVERSBrown Rice with Veggies and Sesame Seeds

Brown Rice Salad with Citrus Vinaigrette

Green Chile Brown RiceR E C I P E S-RICE WITH VEGGIES AND SESAME SEEDSIngredients2 cups cooked brown rice

1 teaspoon sesame or vegetable oil

1/4 cup onions

1/4 cup green onions

1/4 cup bell pepper (any color)DirectionsHeat oil for one minute, add chopped veggies and sauté for a few minutes. Combine rice and reduce heat. Cook for 3 minutes and remove from heat. Add sesame seeds.-RICE SALAD WITH CITRUS VINAIGRETTEIngredients2 cups cooked brown rice

2 carrots, grated

1 cup pea pods, thinly sliced on an angle

1 small red onion, minced

6 green onions, thinly sliced on an angle

Citrus Basil Vinaigrette, recipe follows

Cilantro, chopped and/or mint leaves for garnishDirectionsCombine rice and vegetables in a large bowl. Add vinaigrette and stir to combine. Let the salad sit at room temperature before serving. Garnish with herbs-Citrus Basil VinaigretteIngredients3/4 cup orange juice

1/4 cup lime juice

1/2 cup fresh basil leaves (can also use mint leaves)

1 cup fresh cilantro leaves

1 teaspoon kosher salt

1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

1 heaping tablespoon honey

1/2 cup canola oilDirectionsCombine all ingredients in a blender and blend for 1 minuteGREEN CHILI RICEIngredients2 cups cooked brown rice

1 bell pepper (any color)

1 medium onion

2 cloves garlic

1/2 jalapeno

1/2 teaspoon oregano

1/4 teaspoon cumin

1 lime, juiced

1/4 cup green onions

3 tablespoons fresh cilantro, choppedDirectionsSauté bell pepper, onion, garlic, jalapeño, oregano, and cumin for 5 minutes or until vegetables are tender. Stir in cooked rice, lime juice, green onions and cilantro… the perfect spicy side-dish!!

More Information- en.wikipedia.org Davee Kaplan is an expert author for Ezinearticles.com, writes her own blog, microblogs on Twitter and Facebook, has product critiques on Amazon, buyer/seller critiques for eBay, service critiques for ServiceMaster, and restaurant critiques for Yelp and Zagat. Follow Davee on her blog at http://EatAndDance.com, and EatAndDance on twitter.

Pork is one of the more popular meats to throw on the grill and enjoy during the summer and fall seasons. Lots of people love a great, grilled sausage, tenderloin, ribs and chops. Depending on an individual’s personal taste, grilling capabilities and the amount of time they have on hand will determine which type of pork gets grilled. Below, we will discuss how to cook the aforementioned meats and then finish up the article with a delicious pork barbecue recipe, our “Brown Sugar Pork Chops”, a delicious treat for any grilling occasion.Sausages: There are so many types of sausage that a person would be hard pressed to try them all. Sausages are a summer time staple. In order to cook one perfectly, individuals should heat the grill to medium heat. Sausages that are pre-cooked only need to be warmed up and can be cooked quickly. Raw or fresh sausages will take little more time, perhaps, 10 to 20 minutes.Chops: Chops are another delicious cut of meat. Individuals have the option of buying them bone-in or boneless and in a variety of cuts, including rib, sirloin and center chops. When cooked over direct heat, individuals can expect to spend about 10-15 minutes total of cooking time.Tenderloin: Tenderloins are another option. These cook very quickly on the grill. A one-pound tenderloin can be cooked in about 15 to 25 minutes. This type of meat can be cooked as is, or chopped up and used to make kabobs.Individuals looking to cook pork this grilling season will find that they have lots of options. There are many different cuts of meats and variety of ways to prepare it. Chops, tenderloins and sausages are all great options. Below, you will find a delicious pork barbecue recipe.Brown Sugar Pork ChopsIngredients

1/2 cup brown sugar, firmly packed

1/2 cup apple juice

4 tablespoons vegetable oil

1 tablespoon soy sauce

1/2 teaspoon ground ginger

salt and pepper to taste

2 teaspoons cornstarch

1/2 cup water

6 boneless pork chopsDirections

Preheat the grill to high heat. All ingredients, save the pork chops, cornstarch and water, should be combined and placed in a small saucepan and heat it until it comes to a boil. In a separate bowl, combine the cornstarch and water and add it to the brown sugar mixture. Prior to placing the chops on the grill, brush the grate with oil and place the meat on top of it. Cook for 11-13 minutes over hot coals. Turn once.

Article By Shawn Lindsey – BBQ Recipes