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French Onion Butter Rice

Creamy French Onion Butter Rice That'll Warm Your Heart

A comforting and creamy dish featuring French onion flavors, perfect for family dinners. Enjoy the warm embrace of French Onion Butter Rice that’s easy to make and utterly delicious!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: French
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Rice
  • 1 cup Arborio Rice Rinse before cooking to prevent clumping.
  • 4 cups Low-Sodium Chicken Broth Use vegetable broth for a vegan option.
For the Flavor Base
  • 2 large Yellow Onions Choose firm, smooth-skinned onions for best results.
  • 3 cloves Garlic Minced finely for even distribution.
  • 2 teaspoons Fresh Thyme Can swap with rosemary or sage for different flavors.
For Creaminess
  • 2 tablespoons Unsalted Butter Replace with coconut oil for a vegan version.
  • ½ cup Parmesan Cheese Substitute with nutritional yeast for a dairy-free option.

Equipment

  • large skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat until foamy.
  2. Add sliced yellow onions and a pinch of salt. Stir occasionally for 25-30 minutes until golden brown and caramelized.
  3. Stir in minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
  4. Add rinsed Arborio rice, stirring to coat. Sauté for about 2 minutes until edges are slightly translucent.
  5. Pour in chicken broth and bring to a gentle boil. Reduce heat, cover and simmer for 15-20 minutes until liquid is absorbed.
  6. Remove from heat and fold in thyme and Parmesan cheese, stirring until melted.
  7. Adjust consistency by adding more broth if rice is too thick.
  8. Spoon onto plates, garnishing with extra thyme if desired, and serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 8gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Perfect caramelization of onions is key for depth of flavor. Rinse Arborio rice for creaminess. Customization of consistency is encouraged for personal taste.

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