Description
French Onion Soup Rice is a delicious and comforting twist on the classic French dish. This recipe combines sweet caramelized onions, rich beef broth, and tender long-grain rice, all topped with gooey melted Gruyère cheese. Perfect for cozy family dinners or elegant gatherings, each bite captures the essence of traditional French onion soup while providing a unique rice experience that will leave you craving more.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup long-grain rice (such as basmati or jasmine)
- 2 medium sweet yellow onions, finely sliced
- 3 cups low-sodium beef broth
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves
- 1 cup grated Gruyère cheese
Instructions
- Melt butter in a large pot over medium heat. Add sliced onions and cook for 15-20 minutes until caramelized.
- Stir in thyme and salt; simmer for an additional minute.
- Add rice to the pot, toasting it for 2-3 minutes while stirring frequently.
- Pour in beef broth, bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat to low and cover. Simmer for 15-18 minutes until liquid is absorbed.
- Remove from heat, sprinkle cheese on top, cover briefly to melt.
- Serve warm garnished with extra thyme if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 35mg