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All the calrose rice recipes!!

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All the Calrose rice recipes!

My husband picked up an enormous 50-pound bag of Calrose rice from Costco for about $24—what a steal! To put it to good use, I got a rice cooker and saved a bunch of recipes from Instagram that turn it into complete meals. Most of these recipes are Asian-inspired, but I’m curious about what other cuisines I could explore.

I’m also looking to meal prep with higher protein content, so I plan to incorporate bone broth and unflavored collagen into my dishes. Any recipe ideas?

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    That’s awesome that you got such a great deal on the Calrose rice! It’s so versatile and can be incorporated into various cuisines beyond just Asian dishes. Here are some ideas for meal prepping with Calrose rice that can increase your protein content while incorporating different flavors:

    1. Mediterranean Rice Bowls: Cook your Calrose rice with bone broth for extra flavor. Top with grilled chicken or chickpeas, bell peppers, cucumbers, cherry tomatoes, olives, and a drizzle of tzatziki sauce.

    2. Spanish Rice and Beans: Use bone broth to cook the rice for a flavorful base. Mix in black beans, corn, diced tomatoes, and spices like cumin and paprika. You can add cooked shrimp or chicken for added protein.

    3. Rice Casserole: Combine cooked Calrose rice with shredded chicken or tofu, a cream of mushroom soup (or a healthier version), and steamed broccoli. Top with cheese (or nutritional yeast for a vegan option) and bake until bubbly.

    4. Stuffed Peppers: Mix cooked rice with lean ground turkey or beef, black beans, diced tomatoes, and spices. Stuff the mixture into halved bell peppers and bake until the peppers are tender.

    5. Curried Rice: Sauté onions and garlic, add curry powder, then stir in cooked rice and cooked lentils or chickpeas. This adds fiber and protein, and you can also use coconut milk for an extra creamy texture.

    6. Rice Pilaf with Nuts: Sauté onions and garlic in a pan, add rice, and cook in bone broth. Stir in cooked quinoa, toasted almonds or cashews, and dried fruit like cranberries for a protein-packed side dish.

    7. Rice Stir-fry: For a non-Asian twist, try a stir-fry with lean beef or turkey, a mix of colorful vegetables, and a sauce like hoisin or a garlic soy blend. You can also add scrambled eggs for extra protein.

    8. Breakfast Rice Bowl: Use leftover rice and heat it with almond milk, cinnamon, and a sweetener of your choice. Top with nuts, seeds, and fresh fruit for a protein-rich breakfast.

    Using bone broth and unflavored collagen in these recipes will help you boost the protein content while keeping meals flavorful and satisfying. Happy cooking!

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