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Garlic Parmesan Rice Recipe

Garlic Parmesan Rice Recipe: Creamy Comfort in Every Bite

This Garlic Parmesan Rice Recipe combines creamy Parmesan with vibrant garlic notes, making it the perfect side dish for any meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Rice
  • 1 cup Long-Grain Rice or jasmine or basmati for unique flavors.
  • 4 cups Chicken Broth use vegetable broth for a vegetarian option.
For the Flavoring
  • 4 cloves Garlic minced; fresh is best.
  • 2 tablespoons Butter substitute olive oil or vegan butter for dairy-free.
  • 0.5 cup Parmesan Cheese grated; nutritional yeast can be used for vegan.
For the Finishing Touch
  • 0.25 cup Fresh Parsley chopped; feel free to use thyme or basil.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt adjust according to preference.
  • 0.5 teaspoon Black Pepper switch to white pepper for milder taste.

Equipment

  • medium saucepan

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Gather all your ingredients for the Garlic Parmesan Rice Recipe.
  2. Rinse the long-grain rice under cold water in a fine mesh strainer until the water runs clear.
  3. In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat and add the minced garlic, sautéing for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
  4. Add the rinsed rice to the saucepan with the sautéed garlic and stir frequently for 2-3 minutes.
  5. Pour in the chicken broth, season with salt and black pepper, bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 15-18 minutes.
  6. After simmering, let the saucepan sit covered for 5 minutes, then fluff the rice with a fork.
  7. Transfer to a serving dish, garnish with additional grated Parmesan and parsley if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 8gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Rinsing the rice is crucial for fluffy garlic parmesan rice. Adjust garlic and Parmesan to suit your taste preferences.

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