Baked Rice Recipe
🕒 Total Time: 45 minutes
🥄 Servings: 4
Description:
Looking for a hassle-free side dish that serves a crowd? Look no further! This Baked Rice recipe is a gem, generously shared by my friend, Pat. Originally serving 4, it can effortlessly scale up to serve 30 guests without a hitch. Whether it’s for a party or a casual gathering, this dish will be a hit!
Ingredients:
- 1/2 onion
- 4 tablespoons butter
- 1 cup Uncle Ben’s converted brand rice
- 2 chicken bouillon cubes
- 2 beef bouillon cubes
- 1 cup boiling water
- 1 cup mushroom pieces
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions:
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Preheat Oven: Begin by preheating your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
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Saute Onions: In a skillet over medium heat, melt the butter. Add the chopped onion and sauté until golden brown and fragrant, about 5-7 minutes.
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Dissolve Bouillon Cubes: In a separate bowl, dissolve the chicken and beef bouillon cubes in boiling water, stirring until completely dissolved.
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Combine Ingredients: In a 1 1/2-quart baking dish, combine the sautéed onions (with the butter), dissolved bouillon mixture, rice, mushroom pieces, and season generously with salt and pepper.
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Bake: Place the baking dish, uncovered, in the preheated oven. Bake for approximately 1 hour, or until the rice is tender and has absorbed the liquid, and the top is golden brown.
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Serve: Once baked to perfection, remove from the oven and let it cool slightly before serving. This Baked Rice dish pairs wonderfully with a variety of mains and makes for a delightful addition to any meal.
Nutritional Information per Serving:
- Calories: 216.7
- Fat: 12.2g
- Saturated Fat: 7.4g
- Cholesterol: 30.8mg
- Sodium: 461.3mg
- Carbohydrates: 23.6g
- Fiber: 1.2g
- Sugar: 2g
- Protein: 4g
Recipe Notes:
- This recipe is perfect for gatherings and can easily be adjusted to accommodate larger or smaller crowds.
- Feel free to customize the dish by adding your favorite herbs, vegetables, or protein options.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days, and reheated before serving.
