RICE TOPPINGS RECIPES

Steps:

• 1. Cook rice as for any basic boiled or possibly steamed rice (see recipes). 2. While the rice cooks, prepare any of the toppings below. 3. Add in to fully cooked rice as indicated below. TOPPINGS (see recipe): 1. Beef Topping for Cooked Rice #1 2. Beef Topping for Cooked Rice #2 3. Chicken Topping for Cooked Rice 4. Mixed Vegetable Topping for Cooked Rice

Steps:

• For the Greek Yogurt with Pistachios & Honey:Evenly distribute yogurt between 5 rice cakes. Top with pistachios and drizzle with honey.
• For the Cucumber, Cream Cheese Olives:Evenly distribute cream cheese between 5 rice cakes. Top with very thinly sliced cucumbers and sliced olives. Add a drizzle of olive oil to each rice cake and a pinch of salt.
• For the Melted Chocolate, Berries & Sea Salted Dates:Add Medjool dates to a small bowl. Barely cover with water and let soak for 15 minutes. After they’ve soaked, add soft Medjool dates to a food processor or blender and pulse until it forms a chunky paste. If needed, add 2-3 tbsp of the date soaking water to help blend.While the dates are soaking, in a small saucepan over medium heat, add butter, cocoa powder, vanilla extract and honey. Heat until melted and fully combined, stirring occasionally. Chocolate is done when mixture is smooth and shiny. Remove from heat and set aside.Evenly distribute the date paste over 5 rice cakes. Top with drizzled melted chocolate, fresh berries and a pinch of sea salt.