When I think of parsley, I think of chicken soup and what a delightful flavor fresh parsley adds to it. But a few cuts of parsley can perk up other dishes–even a simple side dish of rice. Toast your rice briefly in a lttle olive oil (a little brown rice or wild rice will add a nutty flavor), cook it till done, then toss in some parsley just before serving. You can also add a handful of nuts. If you’re a vegetarian, you can serve it as a main course. For more details of a recipe for wild rice and parsley, check out this one in the New York Times, which calls for cashews as the final touch.