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Anne Marie's Budget Saving Cheesie Rice Recipe

Transform leftover rice into a creamy, cheesy delight! This budget-friendly recipe is inspired by a pantry staple gone wrong, resulting in a delicious and surprisingly simple dish. Using inexpensive long-grain rice and homemade chicken broth, this recipe is perfect for a quick weeknight meal. Freshly grated Parmesan cheese is key for that authentic cheesy flavor – skip the pre-grated stuff for best results! This recipe is easy to follow, incredibly satisfying, and a surefire crowd-pleaser.

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 30 mins
Calories 349.1 kcal
Protein 19g
Rating 4.0 (1 Reviews)
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Ingredients for Anne Marie's Budget Saving Cheesie Rice

  • 1 cup long-grain rice
  • 1/2 cup water
  • Butter (not used in recipe)
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • Dried Chives (not used in recipe)
  • Chicken Seasoning (not used in recipe)
  • 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/2 cup cream (optional, for extra richness)

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How to Make Anne Marie's Budget Saving Cheesie Rice

  1. Melt 2 tablespoons of margarine in a medium saucepan over medium heat.
  2. Add 1 cup of long-grain rice and toast for 1-2 minutes, stirring constantly, until lightly golden.
  3. Pour in 2 cups of chicken broth and 1/2 cup of water. Bring to a boil.
  4. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15-18 minutes, or until all liquid is absorbed and rice is cooked through.
  5. Stir in 1/2 cup of milk (or cream for extra richness), 1/2 teaspoon salt, 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, and 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese.
  6. Cook for 2-3 minutes, or until the sauce has thickened slightly and most of the milk is absorbed.
  7. Remove from heat and let stand, covered, for 2-3 minutes before serving. Serve hot and enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

7 g

Sugar

0g

Fat

27g

Carbs

18g

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