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Ingredients
- 1 cup long-grain white rice
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 celery stalks, diced
- 1 medium carrot, diced
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup frozen peas
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Before you start
Equipment You'll Need
- 2-quart casserole dish
- Large skillet
- Aluminum foil
- Wooden spoon
Safety Tips & Important Notes
Follow these for best results and safety.
- Use long-grain rice for best texture and to prevent mushiness
- Don't skip the toasting step as it adds nutty flavor and helps prevent sticky rice
- Check rice tenderness with a fork before final baking time
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 350°F and grease a 2-quart casserole dish with butter.
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Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat and sauté onion, celery, carrot, and bell pepper for 5-7 minutes until softened.
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Add minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
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Stir in rice and cook for 2 minutes, stirring frequently to lightly toast the grains.
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Add chicken broth, thyme, salt, and pepper, then bring to a boil.
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Transfer the rice mixture to the prepared casserole dish and cover tightly with foil.
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Bake for 30 minutes, then remove foil and stir in frozen peas and half the cheese.
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Top with remaining cheese and bake uncovered for 10-15 minutes until rice is tender and cheese is melted.
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Let stand for 5 minutes, then garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Chef's notes
Leftovers keep in refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheat well in microwave
Can be assembled ahead and refrigerated before baking - add 10 minutes to cooking time if baking from cold
Substitute vegetable broth for chicken broth to make vegetarian
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