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Easy Cheesy Rice Bake

Introduction:
This baked cheesy rice is comfort in a dish . Buttery, fluffy, and packed with flavor, it’s the side you’ll want with everything — from chicken to seafood, and even just a fried egg on top!

Prep Time: 10 min
Cook Time: 1 hr
Total Time: 1 hr 10 min

Ingredients

• 1 ½ cups dry jasmine rice, rinsed
• 24 oz chicken stock (or vegetable stock for vegetarian)
• Salt & pepper, to taste
• 6 oz sharp white cheddar cheese, freshly grated
• 4 tbsp unsalted butter, thinly sliced

Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Prep the dish – Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C) and lightly grease a 9×9-inch baking dish.
2. Rinse the rice – Run cold water over the rice until it’s clear to remove excess starch.
3. Assemble – Place rice in the dish, pour in stock, season with salt and pepper, and sprinkle in cheese. Stir gently.
4. Add butter – Spread the butter slices evenly on top of the rice.
5. Bake covered – Tightly cover the dish with foil and bake for 30 minutes.
6. Finish uncovered – Remove foil and bake another 20–30 minutes, until rice is fluffy and the top is lightly golden.
7. Serve & enjoy – Fluff with a fork and serve hot with your favorite main dish.

Pro Tips

• Swap cheddar for Gruyère or mozzarella for a twist in flavor.
• For a complete meal, add cooked veggies or shredded chicken before baking.
• Leftovers? Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days, then reheat with a splash of stock.

Nutrition Facts

Disclaimer: Nutrition facts are estimated using online tools and may vary based on your ingredients and preparation. Please consult a nutritionist for precise dietary advice.

Easy Cheesy Rice Bake

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• Author: carlosramirez
• Total Time: 80 minutes
• Yield: 4 servings
• Diet: Vegetarian

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Description

This baked cheesy rice is comfort in a dish. Buttery, fluffy, and packed with flavor, it’s the side you’ll want with everything.

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Ingredients

• 1 ½ cups dry jasmine rice, rinsed
• 24 oz chicken stock (or vegetable stock for vegetarian)
• Salt & pepper, to taste
• 6 oz sharp white cheddar cheese, freshly grated
• 4 tbsp unsalted butter, thinly sliced

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Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C) and lightly grease a 9×9-inch baking dish.
2. Run cold water over the rice until it’s clear to remove excess starch.
3. Place rice in the dish, pour in stock, season with salt and pepper, and sprinkle in cheese. Stir gently.
4. Spread the butter slices evenly on top of the rice.
5. Tightly cover the dish with foil and bake for 30 minutes.
6. Remove foil and bake another 20–30 minutes, until rice is fluffy and the top is lightly golden.
7. Fluff with a fork and serve hot with your favorite main dish.

Notes

Swap cheddar for Gruyère or mozzarella for a twist in flavor. For a complete meal, add cooked veggies or shredded chicken before baking. Leftovers? Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days, then reheat with a splash of stock.

• Prep Time: 10 minutes
• Cook Time: 70 minutes
• Category: Side Dish
• Method: Baking
• Cuisine: American