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Description
A comforting and creamy rice casserole loaded with spinach and Parmesan cheese. Perfect for a quick weeknight meal or a side dish.
Ingredients
- 1 cup long-grain white rice
- 2 cups chicken or vegetable broth
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 cups fresh spinach, chopped
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a saucepan, bring broth to a boil and cook rice according to package instructions.
- In a skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Sauté onion and garlic until softened.
- Add spinach and cook until wilted, about 2 minutes.
- Stir in cooked rice, Parmesan cheese, heavy cream, salt, and pepper.
- Transfer to a greased baking dish and bake for 15-20 minutes until bubbly.
- Serve warm.
Notes
- Use freshly grated Parmesan for best flavor.
- Replace heavy cream with half-and-half for a lighter version.
- Add cooked chicken or mushrooms for extra protein.
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 25 mins
- Category: Casserole
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American