Description
This comforting Stick of Butter Baked Rice recipe combines long grain white rice with savory beef broth and condensed French onion soup, all topped with a generous stick of butter to create a rich, flavorful side dish. Baked to perfection, the rice absorbs all the delicious flavors, resulting in a tender texture with a golden brown top that’s perfect alongside your favorite main courses.
Ingredients
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Rice Mixture
- 1 cup long grain white rice (uncooked)
- 2 cups beef broth (or chicken broth)
- 1 (10.5-ounce) can condensed French onion soup
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder (optional)
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
Butter Topping
- ½ cup unsalted butter (1 stick), sliced into small pats
Garnish
- Chopped parsley (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Set your oven to 425°F (220°C) to prepare for baking the rice mixture.
- Mix ingredients: In a 9×9-inch or similarly sized baking dish, combine the uncooked rice, beef broth, condensed French onion soup, garlic powder if using, and black pepper. Stir thoroughly to ensure even distribution of all ingredients.
- Add butter: Slice the stick of unsalted butter into small pats and evenly place them on top of the rice mixture in the baking dish.
- Cover and bake: Cover the dish tightly with aluminum foil to trap steam and moisture. Bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes.
- Bake uncovered: Carefully remove the foil and continue baking the rice uncovered for an additional 30 to 35 minutes, until the rice is tender and the top has turned a golden brown color.
- Rest and garnish: Remove the dish from the oven and let the baked rice rest for 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with chopped parsley if desired for a fresh finish.
Notes
- For added depth of flavor, try mixing in sliced mushrooms or caramelized onions before baking.
- If using brown rice instead of white, increase the liquid slightly and extend the baking time to ensure the rice cooks thoroughly.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 65 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
