Baked Mushroom Rice
Baked Mushroom Rice is the ultimate comfort food, combining fluffy long-grain rice with savory mushrooms and a gooey layer of cheddar cheese. This dish is perfect for cozy family dinners or festive gatherings, filling your home with irresistible aromas that evoke warmth and nostalgia. Easy to prepare and endlessly adaptable, Baked Mushroom Rice transforms simple ingredients into a delicious, Instagram-worthy masterpiece that everyone will love.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Comfort Food
Ingredients
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- 1 cup long-grain rice
- 2 cups vegetable broth
- 1 cup fresh mushrooms (cremini and button), sliced
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup grated cheddar cheese
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a baking dish with olive oil.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté onions until translucent, then add garlic; cook until fragrant.
- Add sliced mushrooms and thyme; sauté until golden brown (about 5-7 minutes).
- Stir in uncooked rice and toast in the skillet for about 2 minutes.
- Pour in vegetable broth and season with salt and pepper. Bring to a simmer.
- Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish, cover tightly with aluminum foil, and bake for 25 minutes.
- Remove foil, sprinkle cheese on top, and bake uncovered for an additional 10-15 minutes until bubbly.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 322
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: For added creaminess, mix in heavy cream or sour cream before baking. Customize by swapping mushrooms with veggies like spinach or zucchini or adding proteins like chicken or shrimp.