Description
Experience the ultimate comfort food with this French Onion Butter Rice. Inspired by the deep, savory flavors of classic French onion soup, this side dish transforms long-grain rice into a golden, buttery masterpiece. It is the perfect gourmet companion for roasted chicken or seared steak, utilizing pantry staples for a stress-free, restaurant-quality meal that fills your kitchen with an incredible aroma.
Ingredients
2 cups long-grain white rice, rinsed
3 cups beef broth (alcohol-free)
2 large yellow onions, thinly sliced
4 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon dried thyme
Salt and black pepper to taste
1/2 cup shredded Gruyere or Swiss cheese
Instructions
Heat the butter and olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
Add the sliced onions and a pinch of salt, cooking for 12-15 minutes until golden brown.
Add minced garlic and dried thyme, stirring for 1 minute.
Add rinsed rice to the pan and stir for 2 minutes to coat the grains.
Pour in the beef broth and bring the mixture to a boil.
Reduce heat to low, cover with a tight-fitting lid, and simmer for 18 minutes.
Remove from heat and let sit covered for 5 minutes.
Fluff with a fork, top with shredded cheese, and serve warm.
Notes
Keep leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat with a splash of broth to maintain fluffiness. High-quality chicken broth can be substituted for beef broth if preferred. Ensure you rinse the rice thoroughly until the water runs clear to prevent clumping.
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 25
- Category: Recipes
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: French-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1.5 cups
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 30mg