Description
A rich, buttery baked rice casserole infused with French onion soup flavors—easy, comforting, and perfect for holidays or weeknights.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 1 cup long-grain white rice (rinsed)
- 2 cups French onion soup (canned or homemade)
- 1 cup reduced-sodium beef broth
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (sliced)
- 1 large yellow onion (thinly sliced (optional))
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Optional Toppings
- 1/2 cup shredded Gruyère or Swiss cheese
- Fresh parsley or chives (chopped)
- Crispy fried onions
Instructions
Caramelize the Onions (Optional but Recommended):
- Heat 1 tbsp butter in a skillet over medium heat.
- Add sliced onions and cook for 20–25 minutes until golden and jammy. Set aside.
Preheat & Assemble:
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).
- In a 9×13-inch baking dish, combine rice, French onion soup, beef broth, garlic powder, thyme, and black pepper.
- Evenly spread caramelized onions (if using) over the top.
- Scatter butter slices across the surface. Gently stir to distribute.
Bake:
- Cover with foil and bake for 30 minutes.
- Remove foil and bake an additional 25–30 minutes until the top is golden and edges are crisp.
Add Cheese (Optional):
- If using cheese, sprinkle it over the top during the last 10 minutes of baking.
Rest & Serve:
- Let rest for 5–10 minutes before serving. Garnish with fresh herbs and crispy onions if desired.
Notes
- Storage: Keeps for 4 days refrigerated or 3 months frozen.
- Vegetarian Option: Use vegetable broth and homemade onion soup.
- Dairy-Free: Substitute butter with plant-based butter.
- Add-Ins: Shredded chicken, sautéed mushrooms, or cooked lentils for a heartier dish.
- Pro Tip: Rinse rice before using for fluffier texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Category: Casserole, Side Dish
- Cuisine: American, French-Inspired
Nutrition
- Calories: 318
- Sugar: 3
- Sodium: 570
- Fat: 17
- Saturated Fat: 9
- Carbohydrates: 33
- Fiber: 1
- Protein: 6
- Cholesterol: 35