Cheesy French Onion Rice Bake (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Base Ingredients
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1 cup long-grain white rice
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2 tablespoons unsalted butter
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2 medium yellow onions, thinly sliced
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2 cups beef broth
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1 can (10.5 ounces) condensed French onion soup
→ Seasonings
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1 teaspoon garlic powder
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1 teaspoon dried thyme
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½ teaspoon black pepper
→ Topping
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1 cup Gruyère or Swiss cheese, shredded
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Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
# Instructions:
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Melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Cook sliced onions, stirring occasionally, until golden brown and caramelized (about 25-30 minutes).
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Heat oven to 350°F. In a 9x13 baking dish, mix uncooked rice, beef broth, French onion soup, seasonings, and caramelized onions.
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Cover with foil and bake 30 minutes. Remove foil, stir, then bake another 20-25 minutes until rice is tender.
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Top with shredded cheese and bake 5-10 more minutes until melted and bubbly.
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Let rest a few minutes, then garnish with parsley if desired. Serve warm.
# Notes:
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Can deglaze onion pan with white wine for extra flavor
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Great as a side or vegetarian main dish
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Keeps well in fridge for 3 days