Description
French onion soup rice promises a comforting culinary journey, blending classic French flavors with creamy rice. Caramelized onions, rich broth, and melted cheese create a delightful fusion you’ll savor with every delectable spoonful.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein and Broth:
- 14.5 ounces (414 grams) beef broth
- 10.5 ounces (298 grams) French onion soup
Rice and Base:
- 1 1/4 cups (295 milliliters) long grain rice, uncooked
Finishing Ingredients:
- 1 stick (113 grams) butter, cold
- Fresh parsley, for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the baking vessel by setting the oven to 425F (220C) and distribute uncooked rice uniformly across an 8×8 inch dish.
- Create a liquid foundation by gently pouring beef broth and French onion soup over the rice, ensuring complete and even coverage.
- Strategically place cold butter pats across the surface of the liquid-rice mixture for enhanced richness and flavor.
- Shield the dish with aluminum foil and initiate the first baking phase for 25 minutes, allowing rice to absorb liquid and begin cooking.
- Uncover the dish and return to the oven for an additional 25 minutes, monitoring until rice develops a golden-brown exterior and reaches tender consistency.
- Remove from oven and enhance visual appeal by sprinkling fresh parsley across the surface.
- Serve immediately while maintaining optimal warmth and texture.
Notes
- Opt for low-sodium beef broth to control salt levels and customize the dish’s flavor intensity.
- Swap beef broth with vegetable broth for a vegetarian version that maintains rich taste profile.
- Use cold butter directly from refrigerator to ensure even melting and prevent rice from becoming greasy.
- Experiment with different cheese toppings like gruyère or swiss to enhance the classic French onion soup experience.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 328 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 850 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 9 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 37 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 30 mg