Isn’t it easier to eat out rather than cook a meal at home?Let’s be honest, people love to eat out. You get to visit a nice restaurant and enjoy a meal without lifting a finger – what’s not to love? Eating out, however, should be reserved for special occasions or when you want to treat a loved one.

Of course, some dislike the notion of cooking at home as they think it’s too tiresome or overwhelming to go outside their comfort zone. In truth, it can be far more enjoyable as you can create a unique dish that tastes fantastic and isn’t too difficult to put together.

You can opt for great proteins and simple flavor profiles, and make a stunning dish for the whole family to enjoy. It can also be cost-effective (compared to eating out) but you can still enjoy a quality plate of food.

That’s the beauty of cooking at home, you can choose lots of fantastic, affordable dishes and enjoy your time in the kitchen. Rice is a cost-effective ingredient that has increased in popularity in the last decade or so.

It is, however, often relegated to a side dish rather than a main ingredient in a meal. In truth, rice is a fantastic ingredient that is flexible, tasty, and can be used in a variety of ways.

You can pair it with new ingredients, try interesting flavor combinations, and test out different types of rice. With some imagination and know-how, you can use rice to create delicious meals from the comfort of home.

I wrote this cookbook because I love rice. I love cooking with rice, how delicious it is, and how it can be used in different ways.

I also love how delicious rice dishes can work for any occasion, whether it’s for formal dinner parties or run-of-the-mill weekday dinners. So, why don’t you crack open the pantry and see what dish you want to try first?.