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There are several different types of rice. Choose the rice that best fits your recipe. This will do for average recipes that are not rice-centered. South Asian inspired dishes often call for long-grain rice as well.  American long-grain white or brown rice varieties are the most common in the United States. White rice is fluffy and dry. Brown rice tends to be more chewy and grainy in flavor. Jasmine rice is soft with a slight floral aroma. It is used in a lot of Southeast Asian cooking. Basmati rice has a nutty flavor. It is often used in south-central Asian cooking. This type of rice usually absorbs a lot of water and can be quite sticky.  Japanese-style rice is firm and often sticky. It is used in a variety of Japanese dishes. Bomba rice is also sticky and absorbs a lot of water. It is commonly used in Spanish dishes like paella. Short-grain rice can become sticky, and even creamy, with the right amount of water. Try these for a more soupy rice dish.  Arborio rice is quite sticky and creamy. It is used to make Italian dishes like risotto.  Short-grain brown rice can also be quite sticky and chewy in flavor. Mix a specialty rice with a typical long-grain rice to add color, flavor, and texture to your meal.  Wehani rice is an American whole grain option. It is reddish-brown in color and mixes well with other rices. Chinese black rice is also a whole grain rice. Unlike other short-grain rices it is firm and non-sticky. It is a deep purple color when cooked. Wild rice cooks firm and chewy with a grainy flavor. It is long-grain and a dark brown color when cooked. Someone in the supermarket or even a friend may be able to help you decide on the right type of rice for your meal. If you don’t have a specific dish in mind, you may enjoy trying a new type of rice just for fun! American long-grain rice is quite common and can be easily found in supermarkets. For specialty rice, try going to health food stores or stores that cater to specific parts of the world.

summary: Decide on the type of rice you want to use for your meal. Choose a long-grain rice. Choose a medium-grain. Choose a short-grain rice. Use a specialty rice. Ask for advice. Purchase the rice you desire.


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If you are trying to get food smells out of the plastic container, make sure that you have removed all food scraps. If you are having trouble getting food remains off the inside, try to use an object like a spatula and scrape the food off, or run warm water onto the container and scrub off dried food. Wipe away grease or oil. Even if you have gotten rid of food scraps, you still may have a greasy residue on your container. Wipe the container thoroughly with a paper towel to absorb oil or grease. Soaking your container can ease out stubborn bad odors. Fill the sink or a large bowl with warm water, then pour in a generous amount of dish detergent. Let the container soak for at least thirty minutes. If just soaking the container didn't remove the smell, scrub the container with a scrub brush while it is still submerged in the water. This should work the soap into the container, so that it can pick up the offending odor. Take the container out of the soapy water. Give it a quick rinse to wash away soapy residue. Dry the container with a cloth or paper towel. Then sniff it to see if the odor has gone. Make sure that your plastic container is dishwasher safe, then stick it in the dishwasher and put it through a cycle. The high heat of the dishwasher may work to remove the odor if you have not been able to get it out through hand washing. Put the container on the top rack to prevent warping.

summary: Remove all food remains. Soak the container in water and dish detergent. Dry the container. Put the container in the dishwasher.


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Here’s where sortable bins come into play. A set of three or more bins gives children a place to separate whites, darks, jeans, and other articles you don’t want to mix. This can also be done in the laundry area, but bins simplify the task for younger children. As you teach them to sort, you can begin explaining why you need to separate the clothing.  At first, small children won’t understand why you separate the clothing. Stay patient with them. Explain it as many times as needed as they grow. Teach them to care for specialty clothing, too. For example, you may not want to wash formal clothing every week. Lycra needs a cold wash and should be done separately. Sorting is a good time to teach them additional steps, such as zipping up zippers, clearing out pockets, and reading labels. Let the kids throw in the clothing you plan on washing. Teach them the proper load size for your machine. You wouldn’t want to have them stuff in so much clothing that the washer overflows. The proper load size is three-fourths full for a heavy load. Before you let them press buttons, remind them to check the detergent level. Show them where to find the detergent tray and how much to add to it. Younger children will have a hard time pouring detergent themselves, so detergent pods are a great alternative.  Be aware that detergent pods such as Tide PODS can be dangerous. Some kids have swallowed the pods, thinking they are food. Teach your kids the pods aren’t to be eaten and store the pods in a safe spot up high when not in use. Similarly, you should supervise your children while they're handling chemicals, such as detergent. Some clothing, such as Lycra items, do better in the sink, but ordinary clothing can also be hand-washed. Read the clothing labels with the child for directions. Help them put a small amount of water in the sink and mix it with the proper amount of detergent. Show them how to swirl the clothing around in the soapy water without scrubbing or twisting. They’ll never be lost without a washing machine!
summary: Teach them how to sort dirty laundry. Help them load the washing machine. Show them how to add detergent. Show children how to wash clothing by hand.