Description
This French Onion Rice Bake is a comforting and savory side dish perfect for any meal. Combining long grain white rice with rich French onion soup and beef broth, then topped with buttery pats and baked until golden, it delivers deep, flavorful notes reminiscent of traditional French onion soup in an easy, hands-off casserole form. Ideal for weeknight dinners or holiday gatherings.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 1 cup long grain white rice (uncooked)
- 1 can (10.5 oz) French onion soup
- 1 can (10.5 oz) beef broth
- ½ cup unsalted butter, sliced into thin pats
Optional Garnish
- Chopped fresh parsley, for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Set your oven to 425°F (220°C) to prepare for baking the rice dish at the correct high temperature.
- Combine in Baking Dish: In an 8×8-inch baking dish, mix together the uncooked rice, French onion soup, and beef broth. Stir well until the ingredients are evenly combined.
- Top with Butter: Arrange the sliced unsalted butter evenly over the top of the rice mixture to add richness as it bakes.
- Cover and Bake: Cover the baking dish tightly with foil to trap steam and moisture, then bake for 30 minutes.
- Uncover and Finish Baking: Remove the foil and continue baking uncovered for an additional 30 minutes, or until the rice is tender and the top is golden brown.
- Garnish and Serve: Allow the dish to rest for 5 minutes after baking. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley if desired before serving.
Notes
- Ensure the baking dish is tightly covered with foil to prevent moisture from escaping during the initial baking phase.
- Using unsalted butter allows you to control the final saltiness of the dish.
- For a vegetarian version, substitute beef broth with vegetable broth and use a vegetarian French onion soup.
- Letting the dish rest after baking helps the rice settle and enhances texture.
