Our Favorite Baked Cheesy Rice
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Our Favorite Baked Cheesy Rice
Description
Our Favorite Baked Cheesy Rice brings together rinsed jasmine rice and sharp white cheddar cheese baked in chicken stock with butter layered on top. The rice is baked covered first to fully steam and absorb the chicken stock, then baked uncovered toward the end for a gentle browning on top. This method yields rice that is tender and fully cooked with a creamy cheesy flavor throughout and a slight golden crust on the surface. The sharp cheddar cheese provides a distinctive tang and richness, while the butter melts into the rice creating a smooth texture. The seasoning with salt and black pepper is simple, allowing the dairy and stock to shine. This makes a convenient casserole-style side dish that can complement a variety of main courses like roasted chicken or grilled vegetables. The baked preparation means the rice is hands-off once in the oven, freeing you up to prepare other parts of the meal.
Ingredients
- 1 ½ cups jasmine rice rinsed, dry
- 24 ounces chicken stock
- salt kosher salt
- black pepper kosher salt
- 6 ounces White Cheddar Cheese freshly grated, sharp
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter thinly sliced
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F. Spray a 9x9 inch baking dish (or a comparable size) with nonstick spray.
- Rinse the rice in a strainer until the water runs clear. Place the rice in the baking dish. Pour in the stock. Add a pinch of salt and pepper. Sprinkle the cheese in and give it a quick stir.
- Add the butter slices all over the top of the rice. Cover the dish tightly with foil.
- Bake for 30 minutes. After 30 minutes, remove the foil. Bake for 20 to 30 minutes more, until the rice is fluffy and the top is slightly golden.
- Serve!
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