It’s tiny but mighty, versatile and convenient, and able to elevate even the simplest of dishes into a five-star delight. We’re talking rice, a perennial favourite and kitchen essential that’s easy to prep ahead of time and keep a batch in the fridge. Cooked rice can be stored in the refrigerator in an airtight container for up to one week or in the freezer for six months.

Naturally gluten-free (great for those with food intolerances), white rice is a source of B-vitamins, phosphorus and zinc, while brown rice is also a source of those vitamins and minerals as well as fibre, magnesium, selenium and manganese.

There are rice varieties from all over the world; 65% of the rice enjoyed by Canadians is grown in the U.S., with the most popular types being long grain, medium grain

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