Everything But The Kitchen Sink Rice Recipes

EVERYTHING BUT THE KITCHEN SINK RICE

Steps:

• NOTE: If you plan on making the seafood or fish broth, get the whole fish and ask your fish monger to clean it for you and to give you the head, bones and tail to use for the broth. Also, save the shrimp shells and tails to use in the broth, as well.
• Cut the fish fillets so that you have 6 more or less equally sized pieces. Season with ¼ teaspoon salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste. Set aside.
• Place the tomatoes, jalapeños, and the 3 whole garlic cloves in a medium saucepan, cover with water and bring to a simmer over medium-high heat. Simmer until the tomatoes are fully cooked and very soft, about 10 minutes. Transfer the tomatoes, garlic cloves, and only 1 of the jalapeños (puree one chile at a time, taste for heat, and add the other if desired) to a blender, and add the onion and 1 teaspoon of the salt. Puree until completely smooth.
• Rinse and dry the saucepan and heat 2 tablespoons of the olive oil in it over medium heat. Once hot, add the tomato puree and cover the pan partially with a lid, as the puree will sputter and jump. Cook, stirring occasionally, until thick, dark and fragrant, about 6 to 7 minutes. Remove from the heat and set aside.
• In a large, wide casserole, heat 1/4 cup of the olive oil over high heat. Once hot, toss in the squid, sprinkle with 1/2 teaspoon of salt, add half of the finely chopped garlic, and cook for 2 minutes, stirring halfway through. Remove the squid and the garlic with a slotted spoon and place in a heatproof bowl.
• Add the shrimp to the casserole, along with another 1/2 teaspoon of salt and half of the remaining chopped garlic, and cook for 2 minutes, stirring and flipping the shrimp over halfway through. Remove with a slotted spoon and place in the bowl with the squid.
• Reduce the heat to medium and add 1/4 cup of the remaining olive oil to the casserole. Once hot, add the rice and cook for about 3 to 4 minutes, stirring often and scraping the bottom of the casserole, until the rice is crackling and coated with oil, feels heavier in the pan as you stir it, and the color of the grains has changed from a pale white to a deep milky white.
• Pour the cooked-down tomato puree over the rice; it will sizzle and smoke a bit, which is what you want. Cover partially with a lid and cook, stirring a couple of times, until the rice absorbs most of the sauce, about 2 to 3 minutes. Add the seafood broth and stir the rice, scraping the bottom of the casserole. Add the epazote or cilantro sprigs and reduce the heat to medium-low. Gently arrange the reserved shrimp and squid on top of the rice, adding any of their juices from the bowl, as well as the clams, mussels and seasoned fish fillets.
• Cover and simmer over medium-low heat for 10 to 12 minutes, until the fish is cooked through and can be easily pulled apart with a fork, and the clams and mussels have opened up. Turn off the heat and serve immediately in soup plates. The rice should be tender and the mixture very soupy.

EVERYTHING-BUT-THE-KITCHEN-SINK RICE (MOM'S RICE)

Steps:

• Over high heat in a very large, heavy-bottomed pan or Dutch oven, heat olive oil with garlic and sausage until browned and crumbled. Add onion and saute until softened and translucent, about 10-12 minutes.
• Add saffron and turmeric and stir well. Stir in olives and cook for 2-3 minutes longer. Then add all the nuts and seeds and cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring constantly.
• Add rice and stir in well to coat with the oils and toast a bit, 2-3 minutes. Then add the water, stir again and bring to a boil. Cover and reduce to a simmer and cook 20-30 minutes or until all water is absorbed. Enjoy!

EVERYTHING BUT THE KITCHEN SINK

Steps:

• Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
• In a large bowl, whisk together grapeseed oil, salt and pepper, to taste. Add the squash, carrots, onions, garlic and potatoes, tossing to coat. Put the coated vegetables on a sheet pan, and roast until the onions are translucent, about 20 to 25 minutes.
• Meanwhile, in large stock pot, over medium heat add the stock, beans, bay leaf, thyme, and cook for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally. With a hand blender pulse stock and bean mixture until the beans are slightly pureed. Remove the vegetables from oven and add to pot, then stir in the broccoli and tomatoes. Cook until all the vegetables are cooked through, about 30 to 35 minutes.

KITCHEN SINK FRIED RICE

Steps:

• Heat vegetable and sesame oil in large heavy skillet over medium heat.
• Saute carrots, onion, ham, optional sesame seeds, and garlic until soft and lightly browned.
• Add cold rice and mix well.
• Cook for five minutes, stirring constantly.
• Add soy sauce a little at a time, taste test, add more until it suits your taste.
• Add salt to taste.
• When all is mixed well, add scrambled eggs, stir well. Chow down with your favorite asian entree.
• NOTE: Diced chicken, pork or shrimp would work well in this recipe also.

CRISPY KITCHEN SINK COOKIES

Steps:

• Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
• Combine butter, brown sugar, and white sugar in a large bowl; beat with an electric mixer until smooth and creamy. Add in eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Mix in peanut butter and vanilla until well combined.
• Combine flour, oats, baking soda, baking powder, and salt in a bowl. Gradually add to the wet ingredients until incorporated. Stir in rice cereal, chocolate chips, and raisins.
• Drop spoonfuls of dough 2 inches apart onto the prepared baking sheets.
• Bake in batches in the preheated oven until edges are golden, about 10 minutes. Cool on the baking sheet briefly before removing to a wire rack to cool completely.

KITCHEN SINK COOKIES

Steps:

• In a large bowl, cream butter, oil and sugars until light and fluffy. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Beat in vanilla. Combine the flour, salt, cream of tartar and baking soda; gradually add to the creamed mixture and mix well. Stir in the remaining ingredients. , Drop by tablespoonfuls 2 in. apart onto ungreased baking sheets. Bake at 350° for 11-13 minutes or until lightly browned. Remove to wire racks to cool.