SUGGESTED NOURISHING INGREDIENTS
Spinach
Great Source of:
Calcium, Iron, Magnesium, Manganese, Potassium, Vitamin A, Vitamin B2, Vitamin B6,
Vitamin E, Vitamin K
Tofu
Great Source of:
Essential Fatty Acids, Iron
Tomatoes
Great Source of:
Manganese, Potassium, Vitamin A, Vitamin B1, Vitamin C, Vitamin K
Tuna
Great Source of:
Iodine, Selenium, Vitamin B1, Vitamin B3, Vitamin B6
Whole Wheat
Great Source of:
Dietary Fiber, Magnesium, Manganese
Zucchini
Great Source of:
Copper, Dietary Fiber, Folic Acid, Magnesium, Manganese, Phosphorus, Potassium,
Vitamin A, Vitamin C
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ABOUT RICE
Rice as we know it was most likely developed when
wild grasses were domesticated about 5,000 years
ago. Thousands of varieties or rice are grown around
the world.
Rice is a very important ingredient in the diet of over
half the world’s population. In many cultures it is
consumed 3 times a day. It can be used to make
everything from soups to salads, side dishes, entrées
and desserts.
Brown Rice
Brown rice is a whole grain rice from which the outer
husk has been removed. It is more nutritious than white
rice and has a nutty flavor. Although long-grain is the
most common type of brown rice, it is also available in
medium- and short-grain varieties.
White Rice
White rice is a brown rice that has been stripped of its
bran and germ. Due to the stripping process, white rice
has fewer nutrients and less fiber than brown rice. The
long-grain variety of white rice cooks into soft separate
grains.
Converted Rice
Converted rice is white rice that has been steamed
before the bran is removed, which preserves some
nutrients. The grains remain firmer than regular
long-grain white rice, which makes it a good choice to
add to long-cooking dishes, such as jambalaya, gumbo
and paella.
Basmati Rice
Basmati is an aromatic white rice. Its long, tender grains
have a distinct earthy aroma. It’s great with curries or in
pilafs.
Jasmine Rice
Jasmine, like Basmati, is a type of aromatic white rice
with long separate grains and a distinct perfumy aroma.
Wehani Red Rice
Wehani Red is a California medium-grained hybrid
based on an Asian red rice variety. It has a chewy
texture and an aroma similar to popcorn.
Arborio Rice
Arborio is a short-grained variety that becomes creamy
with constant stirring while cooking. It remains slightly
firm after cooking, but absorbs the flavor of the cooking
liquid. Arborio is a classic choice for making risotto.
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