Last Tuesday, my neighbor asked me why her Mexican rice always turns out mushy while mine comes out fluffy and perfect. After years of disasters in my own kitchen (including one memorable batch that ...

A delicious marriage of fluffy rice, aromatic vegetables and warming spices, this savory pilaf not only makes an excellent side dish, it easily transforms into a complete meal with the addition of ...

Perfecting Mexican rice is much easier than it sounds. If you’re looking for the tomato flavor, with the fluffy consistency of your favorite restaurant, I’ve got you covered. There are two tricks when ...

SAN DIEGO — Having spent some time working in Mexican restaurants including El Torito's and Consuelo's to name a few. I paid attention in the kitchen and behind the bar and these are two of my ...

One simple step boosts the grain’s flavor. I could not make a batch of plain white rice if my life depended on it. For that, I turn to a rice maker, takeout, or the microwave. But Mexican rice I can ...