Holiday Rice Dish Recipe
Description: This delightful Holiday Rice Dish is a light and tasty side that perfectly complements any occasion. With its blend of savory and sweet flavors, it’s sure to become a regular favorite in your recipe collection.
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 6 side serves
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 2 cups | Rice |
| 1 tbsp | Butter |
| 3 | Onions |
| 2 tbsp | Brown sugar |
| 1 cup | Dried cranberries |
| 1 cup | Champignon mushrooms |
| 2/3 tsp | Salt |
| 1/2 cup | Chopped nuts |
| 1/2 tsp | Orange zest |
Instructions:
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Prepare Rice:
- In a saucepan, combine rice and broth.
- Bring to a boil over medium-high heat.
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Simmer Rice:
- Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer until rice is tender and broth is absorbed, approximately 20 minutes.
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Caramelize Onions:
- In a separate skillet, melt butter over medium-high heat.
- Add onions and brown sugar.
- Sauté until the onions are translucent and soft, and the butter is absorbed.
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Cook Onions:
- Lower the heat and continue to cook the onions for another 15 minutes, or until they are caramelized to perfection.
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Prepare Cranberries and Mushrooms:
- Stir in the dried cranberries and champignon mushrooms.
- Cover the skillet and allow them to cook for 10 minutes until the cranberries soften and swell.
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Final Touches:
- Stir in the chopped nuts and orange zest, ensuring they are evenly distributed.
- Fold the cranberry and mushroom mixture into the cooked rice.
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Season to Taste:
- Add salt to taste, ensuring the flavors are perfectly balanced.
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Serve and Enjoy:
- Serve this Holiday Rice Dish alongside your favorite main courses or as a standalone delight.
Nutritional Information (Per Serving):
- Calories: 282.6
- Fat Content: 11.6g
- Saturated Fat: 4.3g
- Cholesterol: 17.7mg
- Sodium: 158.6mg
- Carbohydrates: 38.7g
- Fiber: 2.9g
- Sugar: 6.3g
- Protein: 6.9g
Keywords:
- Christmas 🎄
- Less than 60 Minutes ⏰
- Stove Top Cooking 🍳
This Holiday Rice Dish recipe is a culinary delight that adds a touch of festive flavor to any gathering. Try it out and watch it become a staple on your holiday menu!
