Aunt Kathys Rice Salad Recipes

AUNT KATHY'S FRENCH POTATO SALAD

Steps:

• 1. Steam and cool potatoes. Making sure that they are still some what firm for slicing.
• 2. Cut cooled and unpeeled potatoes into 1/8" slices
• 3. Mix the remaining ingredients in a bowl. Pour over the potatoes. Toss to coat Chill well. Better the next day as the flavors meld.
• 4. If adding bacon do right before serving. Mix it in and garnish with it as well.

RICE SALAD WITH CURRANTS, ALMONDS AND PISTACHIOS

Steps:

• Bring 8 cups water to a boil in a large pot. Add the rice and 2 tablespoons salt. Boil rice as you would pasta, stirring occasionally, for about 15 minutes until done, but still al dente. Drain and spread out on a rimmed baking sheet to cool.
• Once cool, transfer rice to a large salad bowl. In a small bowl, stir together olive oil, tahini, lemon juice and lemon zest. Add salt and pepper to taste. Gently fold mixture into rice.
• Add currants, almonds, pistachios, chives, mint, savory and parsley. Toss to distribute. Taste and adjust seasoning, adding more lemon juice or salt as necessary. Serve at room temperature.

COLD WILD RICE SALAD

Steps:

• Prep: Begin by cooking the box of rice as per the boxed directions, use the seasoning packet if one is included. You want the rice cold to complete the salad, once it is finished cooking you can cool it down by placing it in the refrigerator while you prepare the rest of the ingredients.
• Next, prepare the chicken breasts by cooking and seasoning to your preference. You can also save time and energy by using a store bought rotisserie chicken. Chop or shred the chicken into bite size pieces and set aside until ready to use.
• Then, wash and slice/dice the green onions, red pepper, peas, and avocado. Set aside.
• Dressing: In a small bowl, combine the minced garlic, mustard, salt, pepper, sugar, red wine vinegar, and olive oil and blend lightly. Refrigerate until ready to assemble salad.
• Assemble: In a large bowl, combine the rice, chicken and all the chopped vegetables. Then pour the dressing over the top and stir to combine all together. Serve cold rice salad immediately and enjoy!

AUNT LEE'S OLD FASHIONED (BAKED) RICE PUDDING

Steps:

• In a small bowl, combine sugar, nutmeg and cinnamon, mix until well blended, and set aside.
• In a large (2 quart) bowl, beat egg yolks until light colored.
• Add sugar and spice mixture and beat well.
• Add milk and beat well.
• Add cooked rice and mix well.
• Stir in melted butter and raisins.
• Pour mixture in to a buttered 3-quart ovenproof casserole dish or baking pan.
• In a small bowl, beat egg whites until rounded peaks form.
• Beat Confectioner's sugar into egg whites until whites are glossy and stiff.
• Fold beaten egg whites in to rice mixture.
• Bake at 325°F for 50-60 minutes.
• Remove from oven and let stand until warm (20-45 minutes).
• Stir pudding until smooth and well mixed.
• Chill (or serve warm).