Soaked Brown Rice

Add the following to a medium glass bowl:

1 1/2 cups medium grain brown rice
3 cups cold water
2 tbsp salt
1 1/2 tbsp rice vinegar (optional)
2 tbsp wheat bran (optional)

Cover the bowl and let sit at room temperature for 6-8 hours, then either move the bowl to the refrigerator or drain and rinse the rice thoroughly under cool running water.

Preheat your oven to 375°F, then add the rice to a pyrex baking dish along with:

2 cups boiling water or broth
1/2 tbsp vegetable or olive oil

Cover the pan tightly with aluminum foil and bake for 75 minutes, until the water is absorbed. Fluff with a fork and serve.

Overnight Muesli

1/2 cup rolled oats
1/2 cup non-dairy milk
2 tbsp non-dairy yogurt or cultured milk
1 rounded tbsp wheat bran
2 tbsp dried fruit (currants, raisins, cranberries, dates)
2 tbsp sliced/chopped nuts (almonds, walnuts, pecans) OR
1 tbsp seeds (hemp, chia, sesame) or shredded coconut
1 tsp liquid sweetener (maple syrup, molasses) (optional)
pinch of cinnamon or cardamom
pinch of salt

Combine all ingredients in a small bowl and cover. Let sit in the refrigerator for 12-24 hours before serving.