Description
Experience a delightful twist on classic French onion soup with this comforting rice dish. A warm bowl filled with sweet caramelized onions, savory beef broth, and gooey melted cheese creates a flavor sensation that will warm you up on chilly nights. Perfect for weeknight dinners or cozy gatherings, this recipe is easy to prepare and sure to impress your family and friends!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup long-grain rice
- 4 tablespoons butter
- 2 large sweet onions, thinly sliced
- 3 cups low-sodium beef broth
- 1 cup shredded Gruyère cheese
- 2 teaspoons fresh thyme leaves
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Add sliced onions and cook until soft and golden brown (about 20 minutes).
- Stir in the rice until well coated with butter. Pour in beef broth and bring to a gentle simmer.
- Add thyme, salt, and pepper. Cover and simmer for 15-20 minutes until rice is tender.
- Preheat the broiler. Transfer the rice mixture to an oven-safe dish, sprinkle cheese generously on top, and broil for 3-5 minutes until bubbly and golden brown.
- Serve hot with crusty bread.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking/Broiling
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 40mg