Directions. Soak the rice in a container that holds at least twice the volume of rice: Cover the rice with 2 to 3 inches of room-temperature water and soak for 6 to 24 hours. If you need to shorten the soaking time, soak the rice in warm (about 100 degree) water for 2 hours.
Quick Answer. Dry basil in an oven by washing the basil, drying it thoroughly in a salad spinner and placing the leaves in a single layer on a cookie sheet covered with parchment paper. Place the basil in the top rack of the oven at the lowest temperature setting for up to four hours.
1 In a small bowl, combine Parmesan, thyme, oregano, basil, garlic powder, salt and pepper, to taste. 2  Place zucchini onto prepared baking sheet. 3  Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle with Parmesan mixture. 4  Place into oven and bake until tender, about 15 minutes. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Coat a cooling rack with nonstick spray and place on a baking sheet; set aside. 2  In a small bowl, combine Parmesan, thyme, oregano, basil, garlic powder, salt and pepper, to taste. 3  Place zucchini onto prepared baking sheet.