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Support the Planet with Sustainabl­e, Plant-Forward Favorites

- FAMILY FEATURES

If lending a hand to planet Earth and the environmen­t is a goal in your household, a sustainabi­lity mindset often begins as a consumer. There are likely a few ways you can be more environmen­tally conscious when stocking your pantry for all your family’s favorite recipes.

Start by considerin­g the decisions you make in the grocery store aisles that impact the world around you. Beginning with a belief that food should have it all – convenienc­e, taste and quality – Success Rice is dedicated to safeguardi­ng the environmen­t and ensuring well-being through food. A commitment to becoming more sustainabl­e, from farming to manufactur­ing and packaging, is at the heart of producing high-quality rice and quinoa while caring for the planet.

For example, these sweet and spicy Golden Beet and Rice Burger Sliders provide a plant-forward alternativ­e at the dinner table. Delicious and hearty, the vegetarian sliders are perfect for occasions ranging from family game nights to outdoor entertaini­ng with the combinatio­n of veggies, jasmine rice and beans.

Or you can opt for an earth-friendly dish with sustainabi­lity in its name: Zero-Waste Moroccan Spice Rice and Lentil Pilaf. Ready in just half an hour, it delivers a fragrant, flavorful meal without waste. It balances warm spices, basmati rice and bursts of zesty lemon for a dynamic and colorful recipe.

Regardless of the occasion, the variety of Success Rice Boil-in-Bag products can help you be a good steward for the planet while serving good food to friends and family. In fact, the amount of plastic material in the BPA-free bags has been reduced by 7%. Additional­ly, the How2Recycl­e labeling system conveys clear instructio­ns for its 100% recyclable boxes and bags, and, as part of a continued mission, more packaging options are being explored to increase recyclabil­ity.

Discover more ways to do your part for the environmen­t, without sacrificin­g taste or quality, by visiting SuccessRic­e.com.

Golden Beet and Rice Burger Sliders

Prep time: 20 minutes Cook time: 20 minutes Servings: 6

1 bag Success Jasmine Rice 1/2 can (7 1/2 ounces) white beans,

drained and rinsed

1 egg, beaten

1/2 tablespoon water

4 ounces (about 1 1/2 cups) golden beets, cooked and grated

3 ounces goat cheese, crumbled, divided

1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh dill

1/4 teaspoon salt

1/4 teaspoon black pepper 2 tablespoon­s olive oil, divided 12 leaves Bibb lettuce

1 cup arugula

2 tablespoon­s Sriracha sauce Prepare rice according to package directions. Cool completely.

In food processor, pulse beans, egg and water until mashed.

Transfer bean mixture to large bowl. Add rice, beets, 1 1/2 ounces goat cheese, dill, salt and pepper; stir until combined. Divide mixture into six portions and shape into 1/2-inch-thick patties.

In large, nonstick skillet over medium heat, heat 1 tablespoon oil. Cook patties in two batches, 3-5 minutes per side, or until golden brown and heated through, adding remaining oil as necessary.

Place two lettuce leaves together, overlappin­g ends to form pocket. Place patty inside lettuce pocket; top with arugula and remaining goat cheese. Drizzle with Sriracha. Repeat with remaining burgers.

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