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French Onion Butter Rice

Creamy French Onion Butter Rice: A Cozy Comfort Classic

Indulge in the cozy and creamy flavors of French Onion Butter Rice, an ultimate comfort food perfect for any dinner.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: French
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Rice
  • 1 cup Arborio Rice Rinse before cooking
  • 2.5 cups Low-Sodium Chicken Broth For added flavor
For the Vegetables
  • 2 large Yellow Onions Select large, firm onions
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced for more aroma
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Thyme Chop finely for even distribution
For the Creaminess
  • 2 tablespoons Unsalted Butter Can substitute with coconut oil for vegan
  • 0.5 cup Parmesan Cheese Grated or substitute with nutritional yeast for vegan

Equipment

  • large skillet

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Melt 2 tablespoons of unsalted butter over medium heat until foamy, about 1 minute.
  2. Add 2 large sliced yellow onions and a pinch of salt. Sauté for 25-30 minutes until golden brown.
  3. Stir in 2 cloves of minced garlic and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
  4. Add 1 cup of Arborio rice, stirring to coat. Cook for about 2 minutes until edges are slightly translucent.
  5. Pour in 2 ½ cups of low-sodium chicken broth, bring to a boil, then reduce heat and cover. Simmer for 15-20 minutes.
  6. Remove from heat and fold in finely chopped fresh thyme and ½ cup of grated Parmesan cheese.
  7. Adjust consistency by adding more chicken broth if the rice is too thick.
  8. Serve warm, garnishing with extra thyme or crispy onions if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 10gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Caramelizing onions takes patience; cook them on medium heat for best results. Rinse Arborio rice to ensure creaminess.

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