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Creamy French Onion Butter Rice


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  • Total Time: 35
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A comforting bowl of creamy rice combining caramelized onions and savory stock, ideal as a side dish or a quick main meal.


Ingredients

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  • 1 cup Arborio Rice
  • 4 cups Low-Sodium Chicken Broth
  • 2 large Yellow Onions, sliced thinly
  • 3 cloves Garlic, minced
  • 2 teaspoons Fresh Thyme, finely chopped
  • 2 tablespoons Unsalted Butter
  • ½ cup Parmesan Cheese, grated

Instructions

  1. Rinse Arborio rice under cold water for about a minute.
  2. In a skillet, melt unsalted butter over medium heat, add onions and cook for 15 minutes until golden brown.
  3. Stir in garlic and rice, cooking for another 2-3 minutes until the rice is lightly toasted.
  4. Gradually pour in chicken broth, one cup at a time, stirring frequently.
  5. Once the rice is cooked and creamy, stir in Parmesan cheese and fresh thyme, adjust seasoning, and serve warm.

Notes

For a vegetarian option, substitute chicken broth with vegetable broth.

  • Prep Time: 10
  • Cook Time: 25
  • Category: Side Dish
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: French

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 400
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 800mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 8g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 56g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 12g
  • Cholesterol: 30mg