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Garlic parmesan rice with fluffy rice tossed in garlic butter and grated parmesan

Creamy Garlic Parmesan Rice


  • Author: amelia
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A creamy and comforting garlic parmesan rice dish that comes together in one pot in under 30 minutes.


Ingredients

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  • 4 tbsp butter
  • 1 tbsp minced garlic
  • 1 cup uncooked rice
  • 1 cup water
  • 1 cup milk
  • ½ tsp salt
  • ⅓ cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • ½ tsp parsley

Instructions

  1. Melt 4 tablespoons of butter over medium heat in a medium-sized saucepan. Add 1 tablespoon of minced garlic and sauté for about 3 to 4 minutes until fragrant.
  2. Toss in 1 cup of uncooked rice and stir well to coat with butter.
  3. Add 1 cup of water, 1 cup of milk, and ½ teaspoon of salt. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and let simmer for about 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  4. Once the rice is tender, remove from heat and stir in ⅓ cup of grated Parmesan cheese and ½ teaspoon of parsley. Mix well and let stand for about 5 minutes.
  5. Serve warm.

Notes

For added flavor, feel free to mix in leftover meats or vegetables. Adjust the amount of cheese to your liking!

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Side Dish
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Italian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 400mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 45g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 15g
  • Cholesterol: 30mg