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Simple Joyful Food

small ideas that add joy to life

#ad #ShopRiceland - Which rice is best for your dish? (c)nwafoodie

meal planning + prep

How to chose the right rice for your entree.

Ad. How to make Green Rice . #ShopRiceland main (c)nwafoodie

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How to make green rice, the side dish that goes with everything.

Ad. Fried Egg Rice. #ShopRiceland Riceland Foods Harp's Food Stores - main (c)nwafoodie

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How to make fried egg rice.

Ad Huevos Rancheros over Rice #ShopRiceland - main (c)nwafoodie

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How to make huevos rancheros over rice.

make your own avocado cucumber and brown rice sushi - overhead (c)nwafoodie AD

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How to make avocado, cucumber, and brown rice sushi at home.

kielbasa rice and beans Riceland AD (c)nwafoodie

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How to make a delicious kielbasa, rice, and beans skillet meal.

beef and rice empanada Riceland (c)nwafoodie AD

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Baby it’s cold outside… how does a hot beef and rice empanada sound?

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Riceland Foods, a year in review.

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This chili steak and rice wrap is a meal in the palm of your hand.

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Today is a great day for Better-Than-Boston baked beans.

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Lyndi Fultz

simplejoyfulfood

In pursuit of small joys that add simplicity to life. + @nwafoodie

There are signs of spring everywhere, and I am rea There are signs of spring everywhere, and I am ready for it! Yet..... that doesn't mean that I'm still hopeful for some cool mornings where we can light a fire!
So, you're at a restaurant, and this is your place So, you're at a restaurant, and this is your place setting. In what order do YOU proceed?

My answer in the comments - share yours!
There is something quite glorious about simplicity There is something quite glorious about simplicity. I'm really feeling it as Dennis and I sit here in our living room, next to the crackling fire. Full disclosure, this picture isn't me BUT I do have the exact same coffee cup. Anyoo, I'm reminded how wonderful it is to be still. Not that I ever forget that reminder, it's just easier to revel in it, next to a fire. With snow softing falling outside. You know what I mean?
My coffee routine is alllll over the place! Firs My coffee routine is alllll over the place! 

First, it was a percolator.
Then came the Breville coffee maker.
Next, along came a bodum pour over.
Quickly replaced by a French Press.
Then came an Aeropress.
Followed by a rediscovery of a favorite instant brand we enjoyed in Isreal.
Now, Aeropress is making a comeback. 
And our beloved LaVazza espresso.
Which tastes like vacation at the Sonnelap in Vail.

Am I the only one who does coffee in phases?

What's next?

Probably need an espresso maker!
Isn't it interesting how two things with the same Isn't it interesting how two things with the same word can convey entirely different moods?

Microwave turntable = quick, fast, speed

Record player turntable = slow, easy, chill

Both have their places. But man, oh man, I am finding myself craving more of the latter: slow, easy, chill. 

Now, to get a record player...
Arkansas Black Apples are in season, and the persi Arkansas Black Apples are in season, and the persimmon trees are loaded down hard. Even though many markets are closed for the season, there is still a bounty if we look around!

What seasonal goodies have you discovered lately?
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“Just like becoming an expert in wine–you learn by drinking it, the best you can afford–you learn about great food by finding the best there is, whether simply or luxurious. Then you savor it, analyze it, and discuss it with your companions, and you compare it with other experiences.” – Julia Child

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