Glorified Rice Recipe
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Glorified Rice Recipe
Description
Glorified Rice Recipe begins by boiling arborio rice in water with butter until tender and fluffy. After cooking, the rice cools to room temperature, preserving its creamy consistency without becoming mushy. When combined with drained pineapple tidbits, chopped strawberries, mini marshmallows, and sugar, the dish gains a balance of fruity sweetness and chewy marshmallows. Whipped heavy cream is folded in at the end, lightening the texture and creating a creamy, airy dessert salad. Optional maraschino cherries add a pop of color and a hint of extra sweetness on top.
The dish is served cold, making it a refreshing option in warm weather or as a contrasting sweet to heavier dishes. Its mix of soft rice grains, juicy fruit, and fluffy cream provides a pleasant mouthfeel. The preparation requires only basic stovetop steps and some folding techniques to avoid deflating the whipped cream.
For best results, serve Glorified Rice soon after preparation to enjoy its light texture before it thickens with storage. Leftovers can be refrigerated and eaten within three days, though the consistency will become denser over time. The use of arborio rice ensures the dish holds moisture well and prevents it from drying out quickly, supporting the salad’s signature creaminess.
Ingredients
- 3 cups water
- 1 1/2 cups arborio rice Alessi brand
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 16 ounces pineapple tidbits drained
- 2 cups strawberries chopped
- 3 cups mini marshmallows
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 cups heavy whipping cream
- maraschino cherries optional
Instructions
- In a heavy bottomed saucepan, heat 3 cups of water to boiling. 3 cups water
- Add the rice and butter to the boiling water. Cook and stir for 1 minute. 1 1/2 cups Alessi Arborio Rice, 2 tablespoons butter
- Reduce the stove heat to low, cover the saucepan with a tight fitting lid and let it cook undisturbed for 20-25 minutes.
- Once the rice is done cooking, remove it from the heat, transfer it to a large bowl. Fluff the rice with a fork and allow it to cool to room temperature.
- When the rice has cooled, add the pineapple, strawberries, marshmallows and sugar. Mix well. Allow this mixture to rest for 10 minutes. 16 ounces pineapple tidbits, 2 cups chopped strawberries, 3 cups mini marshmallows, 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- In a medium bowl (or the bowl of a stand mixer), beat the heavy whipping cream on high speed until stiff peaks form. 2 cups heavy whipping cream
- Add the whipped cream to the rice mixture. Fold together gently.
- Top with maraschino cherries and additional marshmallows if desired. maraschino cherries
- Refrigerate until serving and serve cold.
Notes
- Serve the dish shortly after mixing to maintain a light, creamy texture before it thickens.
- Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to three days.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 12Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 345 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 345kcal | 17% |
| Carbohydrates | 47g | 16% |
| Protein | 3g | 6% |
| Fat | 16g | 25% |
| Saturated Fat | 10g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 59mg | 20% |
| Sodium | 45mg | 2% |
| Potassium | 132mg | 3% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 22g | 44% |
| Vitamin A | 660IU | 13% |
| Vitamin C | 17.9mg | 20% |
| Calcium | 38mg | 4% |
| Iron | 1.3mg | 7% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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