!Feliz Agosto!

Hola ,

“Agosto se me fue de la mente!!” Translation, August just slipped my mind! Wow, while I try to be consistent and send newsletters the first Monday of the month, this one definitely slipped through the cracks. 

Well, since it’s my Birthday month, all is forgiven. 😛

Did someone say giveaway?

Speaking of my birthday. To celebrate, I'm hosting a giveaway every Monday this Month. The first one has come and gone, but you still have a chance to win amazing prizes! Up next is my birthday live giveaway. Save the date; August 12. 

During the next giveaway, I will be raffling 3 different prizes, LIVE. Meaning you have to be on the live to win. I’ll be asking 3 questions, and whoever gets the answer right (in the comments) first, WINS one of our seasonings, and a t-shirt to match. 

Don’t miss it! August 12 at 7pm EST (LIVE on Instagram and Facebook).

Insiders Top Secret

As I mentioned in a previous email, our large sofrito is almost ready to roll. Yay!! While it may seem simple, launching new products, including updating packaging is a LOT of work. Research, calls and meetings, graphic design and more, it all adds up. Anyways, we are getting closer to the launch date as we speak. 

On Monday, I visited the facility that will be packaging our new sofrito pouches. It’s an organization I’ve been wanting to work with for a while because it’s much more than a warehouse and facility, they are a non-profit as well. They predominantly hire people with disabilities, help build their homes, facilitate transportation, activities and much more. It fills my heart knowing that Healthy Rican will contribute and be a small part of the organization, and so will you as part of the Healthy Rican Familia.

The large sofrito will be available soon on our Website, and Amazon store. Stay tuned as per usual, you will get first dibs on updates, and sales! 

*My T-shirt is available at: mamiwear.com

In honor of the Sofrito, let’s make Healthy Rican Sofrito Rice! 

Inspired by Rebeca Huffman, this rice is super simple to make and it reminds me of those small Lipton rice packets they sell in stores. But much simpler, and way healthier! It’s really quick and easy to make, especially on days when we are on the go. 

You can make it on the stove top, but it's much easier if you have a rice cooker. 

Ingredients:

• 2 cups rice (any kind including brown rice which tastes amazing this way)
• 1-2 tablespoons Healthy Rican Sofrito (I use 1 tbsp per cup of rice for extra flavor)
• 2 cups of water (3-4 cups if you are making brown rice, follow instructions on the package)
• 1 tbsp avocado oil (or any oil of choice)
• Salt to taste
• Optional ingredients: 1 tsp bouillon, and even a splash of coconut milk (trust the process) or fresh cilantro for extra flavor!

Directions:

If using a rice cooker, follow the directions and water/liquid measurements the rice cooker indicates. Add the rice, sofrito, salt, oil and water. Mix well, turn on the rice cooker and enjoy once it's done! 

On a stove top; Add all the ingredients to a pot, mix well and cook on high heat until the water comes to a boil. Mix well one more time, cover and turn down the heat to LOW heat. Cook between 25-30 minutes for white rice or 35-45 minutes for brown rice. Do not uncover before 25 minutes to avoid undercooked rice. 

This rice can be enjoyed with any protein of choice, and a side of your favorite quick and easy veggies. For simplicity, I like having salads with almost all my meals, and always have frozen veggies on hand to quickly warm up and enjoy during any meal. 

Let me know what you think if you make it. Enjoy!

That’s all for now. As always thank you for your continued support. I truly do appreciate it. For more delicious recipes you can head over to my blog, check out the recipes that are there and don’t forget to drop me a line. I love chatting with you.

I appreciate you! 

Wishing you much love, health, and happiness,

Mayra Luz Colón

Founder of Nutrition Dork LLC & Healthy Rican

Author of Healthy Rican: Put the Latin Spice in your Healthy Life! 

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