https://kitchenlabnotes.com/categories/side-dish/ Recent content in Side Dish on Kitchen Lab Notes Hugo en-us Sun, 16 Feb 2025 00:00:00 +0000 https://kitchenlabnotes.com/recipes/mexican-rice-san-marzano/ Sun, 16 Feb 2025 00:00:00 +0000 https://kitchenlabnotes.com/recipes/mexican-rice-san-marzano/ <p>Why Toast the Rice? Toasting enhances flavor and keeps the grains separate.</p> <p>Why Cook the Tomatoes First? Cooking off excess moisture concentrates the flavor.</p> <p>Why the Cinnamon? A tiny pinch rounds out the spices without making it sweet.</p>