Rice ~50 ways to make it extraordinary!

50 WAYS TO MAKE RICE EXTRAORDINARY
Source: USA Rice Federation
1. Butter, lime juice and chopped cilantro
2. Wild mushrooms sauteed in butter, thawed frozen petite peas and parmesan cheese
3. Diced tomatoes and basil pesto
4. Heavy cream, sugar, cinnamon and browned butter
5. Sliced green onions, salted cashews, toasted sesame seeds and rice vinegar
6. Dried cranberries, chopped pecans, sliced green onions and parmesan cheese
7. Red beans, coconut milk and chopped cilantro
8. Heavy cream, sliced bananas, chopped pecans and chocolate chips
9. Thawed frozen peas and chopped smoked ham
10. Grilled chicken strips cut into bite-sized pieces, chopped sun-dried tomatoes, basil pesto, provolone cheese cubes and balsamic vinaigrette
11. Chopped roasted chicken, toasted sliced almonds, sliced green onions and orange marmalade
12. Black beans, salsa, sour cream, shredded cheddar cheese and chopped cilantro
13. Kidney beans, caramelized onions, sour cream and Asiago cheese
14. Crisp bacon, cheddar cheese, sour cream and chopped chives
15. Smoked gouda (cubed), smoked turkey breast cut into bite-size pieces, chopped tomatoes, sliced red onion, ranch dressing and chopped cilantro
16. Crushed pineapple, green bell pepper slices and chopped fresh mint
17. Fresh green beans sauteed in butter and toasted sliced almonds
18. Scrambled eggs, chopped Canadian bacon and chopped chives
19. Orange segments, toasted sliced almonds and sliced green onions
20. Granola, vanilla yogurt and golden raisins
21. Mushrooms sauteed in butter, and chopped, steamed asparagus
22. Cashews, chopped roasted chicken and chopped chives
23. Thawed frozen peas and finely chopped fresh mint
24. Butter, lemon zest and fresh lemon juice
25. Grilled shrimp, corn, crisp bacon bits and chopped sun-dried tomatoes in oil
26. Minced garlic and mushrooms sauteed in butter
27. Fresh corn off the cob, chopped tomatoes and chopped fresh basil
28. Sliced kielbasa sausage and barbecue sauce
29. Sauteed okra and chopped stewed tomatoes
30. Navel orange slices, chopped red onions or chives and vinaigrette dressing
31. Steamed asparagus tips, toasted pine nuts, sliced red or yellow bell pepper and parmesan cheese
32. Diced tomatoes, sliced green onions and shredded monterey jack cheese
33. Vanilla ice cream and a dash of cinnamon
34. Scrambled eggs, crumbled sausage, cream cheese cubes and sliced green onions
35. Yogurt and fresh fruit
36. Zucchini and carrot "matchsticks" Sauteed in butter, and parmesan cheese
37. Heavy cream, raisins, sugar and vanilla
38. Minced garlic sauteed in butter and toasted pine nuts
39. Sliced apples sauteed in butter, cinnamon, brown sugar, chopped nuts, and vanilla yogurt
40. Black beans, minced red onion, chopped bell pepper, chopped cilantro and vinaigrette
41. Sauteed chanterelle mushrooms, dried apricots and toasted almonds
42. Chopped fresh spinach, asiago cheese and toasted walnuts
43. Fresh raspberries or sliced strawberries, heavy cream, vanilla and sugar
44. Currants and toasted pine nuts
45. Thawed frozen corn, mild green chiles and sour cream
46. Feta cheese, chopped kalamata olives, chopped sun-dried tomatoes and chopped fresh basil
47. Finely diced carrots, thawed frozen peas, scrambled eggs, grated ginger root and soy sauce
48. Chopped rotisserie chicken and sun-dried tomato pesto
49. Grilled shrimp, lime juice and fresh pico de gallo
50. Grilled chicken, cut into bite-size pieces, and chile con queso