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Pilaf / pilau

Bacon and sausage pilaf

Bacon and sausage pilaf
Chopped bacon and sliced Spanish-style chorizo join Basmati rice, dried fruits (wolfberries and apricots), roasted pumpkin seeds and cashew nuts in this easy and tasty one bowl meal.
Cook time: 35 minutes minutes
Servings: 4 people

Mushroom and rice curry

Mushroom and rice curry
A one-pot and one-bowl meal for non-meat eaters, or a side dish for omnivores (it's especially good with grilled meat or chicken).
Cook time: 30 minutes minutes
Servings: 6 people

Biryani-inspired lamb and rice casserole

Biryani-inspired lamb and rice casserole
Seasoned with spices you'll find in an authentic biryani, but cooked in a less laborious way, this casserole is a one-bowl meal that hits all the right notes.
Cook time: 45 minutes minutes
Servings: 4 people

Chicken and sausage rice (arroz con pollo y chorizo)

Chicken and sausage rice (arroz con pollo y chorizo)
Cut-up chicken marinated in sour cream, slices of chorizo, vegetables, rice and broth simmer together to make a tasty one-bowl meal. Easy enough to cook on a weekday and, at the same time, fancy enough to serve for a not-so-ordinary occasions.
Cook time: 45 minutes minutes
Servings: 6 people

Coconut curry rice

Coconut curry rice
Bring extra excitement to the breakfast table by pairing garlic and chili sausages with subtly sweet and creamy coconut curry rice. It’s a meal that will set the tone for the rest of your day.
Cook time: 15 minutes minutes
Servings: 4 people

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