Daily Archives: July 19, 2009
Gluten Free Orzo or Not
Reenie asked about the gluten free orzo, I mentioned. My face is red because it is farfel. Idid some research on line for Katz who sells some products in our local stores but so far, no orzo but lots of other goodies.
For information on Katz:
The Katz out of the bag! The Gluten Free Post
Gluten Free Sensations at the Celiac Workshop


I am going to try to use this farfel on Friday. Let’s see what I can do with it.
Brown Rice, Tomatoes and Basil
Brown Rice, Tomatoes and Basil
(adapted from Barefoot Contessa Family Style)
6 servings
Ingredients
- 1 cup brown rice
- 1 teaspoons kosher salt, divided
- 1/8 cup rice wine vinegar
- 2 teaspoons sugar
- 1 tablespoon good olive oil
- ground black pepper
- 1 pound ripe tomatoes, large-diced
- 2 tablespoons dried basil

Directions:
Bring 2 cups water to a boil and add the rice and 1 teaspoon of the salt. Return to a boil, cover, and simmer for 30 to 40 minutes, until the rice is tender and all the water is absorbed. Transfer the rice to a bowl.
Whisk together the vinegar, sugar, olive oil, remaining salt, basil and a pinch of pepper. Pour over the rice. Add the tomatoes. Mix well and check the seasonings. 
Heat in oven at a low temperature. Serve warm

