A quick stovetop dish made with rice, tomatoes, peppers, and zesty seasonings. It’s spicy, flavorful, and perfect as a bold side or a fast vegetarian main course.

A creamy, baked casserole using leftover turkey, cooked rice, and vegetables. It’s comforting, efficient, and a great way to stretch holiday leftovers into a filling family meal.

A rich and savory casserole combining diced ham, rice, cheese, and sometimes vegetables. It’s a satisfying dish for brunch or dinner and great for using up ham scraps.

Chicken cooked with fragrant cilantro, spices, and rice in one pot. Bursting with flavor and freshness, it’s a simple, wholesome meal that’s ready in under an hour.

A vegetarian casserole featuring tender zucchini, rice, cheese, and herbs baked to golden perfection. It’s comforting, cheesy, and makes a great main or side dish.

About 6 months ago, a friend gave me a gorgeous can of sucre roux a la coriandre, a sugar she'd bought at a specialty store in Vancouver. I wasn't totally sure what it was or how to use it, but I was intrigued.

An Indian rice dish made with basmati rice, green peas, and aromatic spices like cumin and bay leaf. Light and flavorful, it’s an everyday favorite that pairs well with curries.

A refreshing cold salad made with shredded chicken, rice, and crunchy vegetables tossed in a tangy Asian-style dressing. It’s light, protein-packed, and great for lunches or warm-weather meals.

Mayonnaise is so rich it cuts the heat of the Sriracha sauce and mellows the saltiness of the miso paste without overwhelming either; smoking lentils with wood chips adds an unexpected dimension to this unusual salad. —NBrush

This is one of those recipes that just naturally built itself in my mind - the farmer's market has had truly the best little new potatoes that you have ever had, and loads of fresh crisp snow and sugar snap peas. My garden is overrun with mint (in a good way) and I love the combination of mint and mustard.

A rich, creamy soup with wild rice, vegetables, and curry spices. Unique and flavorful, it’s a warm, satisfying option for lunch or dinner with an exotic twist.

I try to incorporate kale into our diet as much as possible. Lacinato kale which is sometimes called dinosaur kale is my favorite. Mixed with fresh mint from the garden it makes a salad that I have become addicted to. The dressing works with other salads too. —dymnyno

A fast stir-fry with thin rice noodles, vegetables, and soy-based sauce. Light yet savory, this noodle dish is perfect for busy weeknights and easily customizable with your choice of meat or tofu.

Opening a jar of spice is like magic. Adding a dash of spice to a simple dish, feels like letting a genie out of the bottle.

A unique twist on the classic Waldorf salad, blending wild rice with apples, grapes, celery, and nuts in a creamy dressing. It’s crunchy, sweet, and savory—great for lunch or potlucks.

A cozy dish of rice cooked with sliced apples, cinnamon, and sugar. Sweet, soft, and comforting—perfect as a breakfast or dessert that evokes home-cooked nostalgia.