FOODS FOR LIFE GUIDEBOOK
Common Sense Guide
to Whole Foods

Foods for Life Vegetarian Recipes

Rice with Spice Gusto

This recipe is intended as food for flavorful thoughts about brown rice and whole grain cooking. Experiment and enjoy!

2 c. brown rice or rice of choice
4 whole cloves
2 T. toasted sesame or olive oil
1 Spanish onion, diced
6 cloves fresh garlic, crushed or minced
1-1/2 sticks cinnamon
4 bay leaves and 4 whole green cardamom pods
1/4 c. organic raisins
1 apple, diced
1 c. fresh or frozen corn kernels
1 c. sliced green beans
1 c. diced carrots
4-5 c. water
1 t. each sea salt, chili powder or cayenne pepper or hot sauce
2 T. curry powder

Wash the rice and drain. Break off the round ends of the cloves and discard them.

Heat the oil in a large wok or cast iron or stainless steel pot. Add onion and sauté over medium heat until golden. Add garlic and raisins and stir. Add the remaining vegetables and stir again. Add the chili
powder or cayenne and rice.

Stir and add the four cups of water and the salt, and bring to a boil. Cover, reduce the heat, and simmer for about 20 minutes, adding a little more water if needed. Serve hot, garnished with chopped cilantro (Italian parsley with a wonderful flavor). Serves 6 to 8.

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