French Onion Butter Rice

Ingredients

• 1.5 cup long-grain white rice
• 2 large yellow onions (Thinly sliced)
• 3 tbsp butter (Divided: 2 tbsp for the onions and 1 tbsp for the rice)
• 2 garlic (Cloves, minced)
• 2.5 cup beef broth
• 1 packet French onion soup mix
• 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
• 0.5 tsp dried thyme
• 0.5 tsp black pepper
• 0.5 cup grated Gruyère or mozzarella (Optional)
• fresh parsley (For garnish)

Steps

1. 1

   Melt 2 tbsp of butter in a large oven-safe skillet over medium-low heat.

2. 2

   Add the sliced onions and cook for 15–20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until soft, golden, and caramelized.

3. 3

   Add the minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds.

4. 4

   Add the uncooked rice and the remaining 1 tbsp of butter. Toast the rice for 1–2 minutes, stirring frequently.

5. 5

   Pour in the beef broth and Worcestershire sauce. Stir in the French onion soup mix, dried thyme, and black pepper.

6. 6

   Bring the mixture to a gentle boil, then reduce the heat to low.

7. 7

   Cover the skillet and cook over low heat for 18–20 minutes, or until the rice is tender and has absorbed the liquid.

8. 8

   If using cheese, sprinkle the Gruyère or mozzarella over the rice.

9. 9

   Cover for 2–3 minutes, until the cheese melts. For a golden topping, place the skillet under the oven broiler for 1–2 minutes.

10. 10

    Gently fluff the rice with a fork, garnish with fresh parsley, and serve hot as a side dish with your favorite protein.

Notes

The recipe calls for a large oven-safe skillet. The cheese is optional. Use the broiler only if you want a golden topping.

Nutrition per serving

• side dish
• French
• vegetarian
• rice
• skillet
• comfort food
• optional cheese