Some inventions are just plain smart.

Like fully seasoned rice and beans, that take just 90 seconds in the microwave. That are organic. And tasty.

Sure, I love homemade brown rice, but I don’t always have the 40 minutes it takes to make it. Part of my slowing down efforts are not spending so much time making lunches (it was getting a bit ridiculous) so I’m turning to quick meals like these to get me through the week.

This long grain brown rice is ready in minutes, and when paired with some chicken sausage and veggies I’ve got an easy meal that is perfect to take to work. The flavor is great, but this truly is all about convenience.

What are your thoughts on microwavable products like these? Love? Hate? Do you use them?

Have some leftover brown rice? I’ve got the breakfast for you.

It combines protein, fiber, whole grains and most importantly in my book, has wonderful flavor.

I wish I could tell you that I had this breakfast on a sunny trip to Hawaii, complete with a picture of the Taster and I on the beach.

In actuality, I had this breakfast at my Aunt & Uncle’s cabin, up North.

But no matter what kind of beach you’re near – it will be delicious.

Hawaiian Breakfast - 2 servings

• 2 slices bacon, chopped
• 1 cup leftover brown rice
• 2 green onions, sliced
• 1 tsp sesame oil
• 2 tsp soy sauce
• 2 eggs

Heat large pan over medium heat. Add bacon to pan and cook until bacon is brown. Add rice, onion and soy and sesame oil to pan and toss.

Prepare eggs to preference and serve over rice.