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Creamy Parmesan Rice

Creamy Parmesan Rice - A Cozy Comfort Food Delight

Creamy Parmesan Rice is a quick, savory side dish that blends rich flavors and a creamy texture, making it a perfect match for proteins and veggies.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Rice
  • 1 cup Long Grain White Rice Avoid brown or instant rice.
  • 4 tablespoons Butter Used to sauté aromatics.
  • 1 large Onion Finely diced.
  • ½ teaspoon Garlic Powder Can substitute with fresh garlic.
  • ½ teaspoon Salt Adjust based on stock or broth.
For Cooking
  • 1 ¼ cups Chicken Stock Can use vegetable broth for vegetarian.
  • 1 ¼ cups Milk 2% is recommended.
For Flavoring
  • 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice Adjust to taste.
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Zest Adjust to taste.
  • ½ cup Parmesan Cheese Freshly grated is best.
  • ¼ cup Fresh Parsley For garnish.

Equipment

  • Medium Saucepan

Method
 

Cooking Steps
  1. In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat.
  2. Add the finely diced onion and sauté for 2-3 minutes until translucent.
  3. Stir in the rice, garlic powder, and salt. Toast for 1 minute.
  4. Pour in the chicken stock and milk, reserving ¼ cup milk. Bring to a boil.
  5. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  6. Check doneness of rice after 20 minutes; cook 1-2 more minutes if needed.
  7. Turn off the heat and stir in reserved milk, lemon juice, lemon zest, and parmesan.
  8. Fold in half of the parsley and serve warm, garnished with remaining parsley.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 8gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 350mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Use long grain white rice or arborio for creaminess. Add a splash of milk when reheating to maintain texture.

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