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Quick Stovetop Creamy Cheesy Rice

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Make this ultimate comfort food side dish on the stovetop in under 30 minutes. This recipe delivers rich, creamy cheesy rice using sharp cheddar and Parmesan.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup long grain white rice
  • 8 fluid ounces chicken broth
  • 8 fluid ounces whole milk
  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1/2 small onion, finely diced
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon pepper
  • 4 ounces sharp cheddar cheese, grated
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Instructions

  1. Melt the butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Add the diced onion and cook until soft, about 3 minutes.
  2. Add the long grain white rice, paprika, salt, and pepper to the saucepan. Stir and cook for 1 minute to toast the rice slightly.
  3. Pour in the chicken broth and whole milk. Bring the mixture to a boil.
  4. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover the saucepan, and simmer for 15 to 18 minutes, or until the liquid is absorbed and the rice is tender. Do not lift the lid during this time.
  5. Remove the saucepan from the heat. Let it stand, covered, for 5 minutes.
  6. Uncover the rice. Gently fluff the rice with a fork.
  7. Stir in the grated sharp cheddar cheese and Parmesan cheese until the cheeses melt and the rice becomes creamy. Serve immediately as a quick comfort food side dish.

Notes

  • Use freshly grated cheese for the best melting quality and smoothest texture. Pre-shredded cheese may result in a less creamy dish.
  • This recipe is kid friendly and works well as a base for chicken or steak.
  • For a richer flavor, substitute half the milk with heavy cream.

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