Tex-Mex Rice

Submitted by: Kat Thompson 
'My grandmother gave me the recipe for this nicely spiced rice,' recalls Kat Thompson of Prineville, Oregon. At 24 cents per serving, it's an economical side dish. 'Or add some ground beef for a satisfying skillet meal,' she suggests. 

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Zippy Rice Pilaf

Submitted by: Elizabeth Perez 
'If I need a quick side dish that has flair and flavor, I whip this tasty pilaf in a jiffy on the stovetop,' says Elizabeth Perez of Flower Mound, Texas. 'The jalapeno pepper, herbs and spices season the rice nicely. It's one of those side dishes that goes well with anything.' 

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Italian Rice

Submitted by: Michelle Armistead 
Bring a bit of Italy to the table without the usual pasta and sauce. This colorful side dish blends fluffy rice, fresh spinach and roasted red peppers.' The amount of garlic can be adjust to fit your personal taste,' suggests Michelle Armistead of Marlboro, New Jersey. 'For me, the more garlic, the better!' 

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Broccoli and Rice

Submitted by: Betty Janway 
A short list of ingredients helps keep the cost down for this quick-to-cook side dish from Betty Janway of Ruston, Louisiana. Each serving costs just 47 cents. 

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Sweet Pepper Rice

Submitted by: Betty Nickeles 
This tasty, colorful side dish is a lovely complement to many entrees. The peppers and rice make a nice texture, with a sprinkling of parsley for a gourmet touch. --Betty Nickeles, Tampa, Florida 

Bayou Shrimp Rice Skillet

Submitted by: Jessie Hale 
After I found this recipe in a cookbook, I fiddled with it to better suit my family. Now my husband and son love the ham and shrimp combination. 

Simple Herb Rice

Submitted by: Lisa Mathew 
'I revised an old stuffing recipe several times to come up with this simple savory side dish,' shares Lisa Mathew of Buffalo, Missouri. 'It's a breeze to prepare using instant rice, and everyone loves its herb flavor.' 

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Vegetable Wild Rice

Submitted by: Taste of Home Test Kitchen 
Chock-full of mushrooms, celery and green onions, this hearty side dish is an ideal accompaniment to cool-weather meals. Our Test Kitchen staff seasoned it with garlic, thyme and rosemary so it complements nearly any entree. Plus, it makes a big batch, so you can use the extra in the next two dishes. 

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Confetti Rice

Submitted by: Dorothy Bayes 
This is a very good low-fat recipe. Diced sweet red and green pepper--along with green peas and fresh parsley--add bright color to the simple rice dish. --Dorothy Bayes of Sardis, Ohio 

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Sausage Red Beans 'n' Rice

Submitted by: Thelma Dye 
This easy-to-make recipe has been a staple in my recipe file for about 10 years. My husband and I both enjoy cooking it. 
 
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