French Onion Soup Rice (Printable Version)

Fluffy rice meets savory onion broth in this cozy dish, finished with melted butter and a sprinkle of parsley.

# What You'll Need:

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01 - 280 g long grain rice, uncooked
02 - 410 ml beef broth
03 - 300 ml French onion soup
04 - 113 g unsalted butter, cold
05 - Fresh parsley, finely chopped, for garnish

# Steps to Follow:

01 - Preheat the oven to 220°C.
02 - Evenly distribute the uncooked rice in an 20x20 cm baking pan.
03 - Pour beef broth over the rice, followed by French onion soup, ensuring even coverage.
04 - Slice the cold butter into thin pieces and arrange evenly on top of the rice mixture.
05 - Cover the dish tightly with foil and bake for 25 minutes.
06 - Remove the foil and return the dish to the oven. Bake uncovered for a further 25 minutes.
07 - Sprinkle generously with chopped fresh parsley and serve warm.

# Additional Notes:

01 - Experiment with different broths or rice varieties for a personalized touch; vegetable broth can be used for a vegetarian adaptation.
02 - To create a complete meal, add sautéed mushrooms, cooked chicken, or beef after baking.
03 - A small splash of white wine before baking elevates the dish’s flavor with a pleasant acidity.
04 - Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 4 days; flavors develop beautifully over time.
05 - Add extra broth or water when reheating to maintain creamy consistency.