Arroz al horno (Baked Rice)

This recipe is typical of home-cooking in the Marina Alta comarca in Alicante province–although you find slightly different versions all over Levante. Baked Rice It’s also sometimes called arroz passejat, meaning rice that has gone for a walk–because it was Read More …

Arroz Blanco (Basic White Rice)

Although most people think all Mexican dishes are served with Arroz Mexicano red or Spanish rice, many coastal seafood dishes are served with white rice. Makes 8 servings 2 tablespoons safflower oil 2 cups long-grain white rice 4 cups Basic Read More …

Monte Carlo Restaurant Tomato Risotto

An upscale comfort food, reddened by tomato and shaped as a heart, is what restaurateur Andre Rochat devised in his tomato risotto. His eponymous restaurants are at 401 S. Sixth St. and in the Monte Carlo, 3770 Las Vegas Blvd. Read More …

Butternut Squash Risotto

This recipe was AWESOME! I made it for a large group of people and almost everybody asked for the recipe. The flavors are PERFECT, yet it does take a large amount of patience and fridge space. The recipe definitely exceeds Read More …

Basic Congee

Congee, served with crullers for dipping, is a classic Chinese breakfast dish. This is basic recipe for congee that you can add to as desired. There are no rules about what to add: meat, fish, vegetables, and healthy herbs, shredded Read More …