My procedure is much the same; my ingredients are not. I use mixed frozen vegetables, a good smattering of black-eyed peas or refried beans (amount commensurate with that of the rice; objective is to obtain wider array of amino acids), flax seed, a good-quality cheese, ham (I don't get enough cholesterol without the meat; two thin slices), peanut butter or peanut oil (peanut butter has the capacity to slightly alter the effects of herbs and spices, thereby multiplying my flavor options),and serendipity selection of herb or spice. I have prepared this dish daily for more than four years; not even close to getting tired of it. You do not want to hear my oatmeal recipe. Ray Claude