Description
Cheesy rice is a comforting dish that combines creamy, melted cheese with fluffy long-grain rice for an irresistible flavor experience. Perfect as a side dish or a main course, this recipe will warm your heart and satisfy your cravings. Easy to prepare and adaptable, cheesy rice is ideal for busy weeknights and family gatherings alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup long-grain rice
- 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1/2 cup whole milk
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Rinse 1 cup of long-grain rice under cold water until clear.
- In a saucepan, combine the rinsed rice with 2 cups of water. Bring to a boil over medium heat, cover, reduce heat to low, and simmer for 18 minutes until water is absorbed.
- Remove from heat and stir in 2 tablespoons of butter until melted.
- Gradually mix in 1 cup of shredded sharp cheddar cheese and 1/2 cup of whole milk until creamy.
- Season with 1 teaspoon onion powder, salt, and pepper to taste. Serve immediately.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 18 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 370
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 590mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 39g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 45mg