Description
Welcome, food lovers! Today, I’m thrilled to share a delightful recipe that will surely elevate your dining experience—French Onion Rice. If you’re a fan of rich, savory flavors and the comforting taste of caramelized onions, thisFrench Onion Ricerecipe is a must-try! It’s simple to make, and it brings the essence of your favorite French onion soup right into your kitchen as a satisfying side dish. Let’s dive into the world of hearty, delicious comfort food!
Ingredients
- Optional Substitutions:
Instructions
- Begin by heating theolive oilandbutterin a large skillet over medium heat. Add the thinly sliced onions and sprinkle in thesugar. Cook the onions, stirring frequently, for about 25 to 30 minutes, or until they are very soft and caramelized. The sugar helps to bring out the natural sweetness of the onions, which is key to achieving that classic French onion flavor.
- While the onions are caramelizing, grease a 9×13-inch baking dish. Add thelong-grain white rice,beef consommé,French onion soup,water,dried thyme, and a pinch ofsalt and pepperto the baking dish. Stir the mixture until all the ingredients are well combined.
- Once the onions are fully caramelized, spread them evenly over the top of the rice mixture in the baking dish. Cover the dish tightly with aluminum foil and place it in a preheated oven at 425°F (220°C). Bake for 30 minutes.
- After 30 minutes, remove the foil and stir the rice to distribute the flavors. Return the dish to the oven and bake, uncovered, for an additional 30 minutes or until the rice is tender and has absorbed all the liquid.
- Let the rice stand for 5 minutes before fluffing it with a fork. Garnish with fresh thyme or parsley if desired, and enjoy your delicious, savoryFrench Onion Rice!
Notes
Use Long-Grain Rice: This type of rice absorbs the broth and onion flavors best without becoming too sticky.
Caramelizing the Onions: Patience is key! Don’t rush this step; the onions should be a rich golden brown to ensure the depth of flavor.
Add Cheese: For a cheesy twist, sprinkle some Gruyère or mozzarella on top of the rice during the last 10 minutes of baking.
Make It Ahead: You can prepare the rice mixture and onions ahead of time. Store them separately in the fridge and combine them just before baking.