Description
This Cheesy Rice recipe is a comforting and easy dish that combines tender cooked rice with creamy melted cheddar cheese. Perfect as a side dish or a simple meal on its own, this recipe is sure to be a hit with both kids and adults alike.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 2 cups cooked white or brown rice
- 1 tablespoon butter
- ½ cup milk
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Seasonings:
- ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
- ¼ teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Garnish:
- Chopped parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Melt Butter: In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter.
- Add Cheese: Reduce heat to low and stir in the shredded cheddar cheese until fully melted and creamy. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
- Serve: Serve warm, garnished with chopped parsley if desired.
Stir in the milk, garlic powder, and onion powder, then add the cooked rice. Cook, stirring frequently, until heated through and milk is mostly absorbed, about 3–4 minutes.
Notes
- Use freshly cooked rice or reheat leftovers before adding to the cheese mixture for best texture.
- Try adding cooked vegetables, bacon, or chopped green onions for extra flavor.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: ½ cup
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 240mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
