Description
This creamy and flavorful French Onion Butter Rice combines the richness of butter, the savory depth of French onion soup, and tender rice. A simple yet elegant side dish that pairs wonderfully with almost any meal!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup long-grain white rice (or your preferred type of rice)
- 1 can (10.5 oz) French onion soup
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1/2 cup water
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon salt (optional, depending on soup’s saltiness)
- Fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
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Cook the Rice:
- In a medium saucepan, cook the rice according to the package instructions. Typically, this involves adding rice and water to the saucepan, bringing it to a boil, then reducing the heat to low and covering it.
- Simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until the rice is tender and water is absorbed.
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Prepare the French Onion Butter Sauce:
- While the rice is cooking, melt the butter in a separate saucepan over medium heat.
- Once melted, add the French onion soup, garlic powder, black pepper, and salt (if using). Stir to combine and let it simmer for about 2-3 minutes.
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Combine:
- Once the rice is cooked, add it to the saucepan with the French onion butter mixture.
- Stir well to coat the rice evenly with the sauce.
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Simmer:
- Let the rice and sauce simmer together for another 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, to allow the flavors to meld.
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Garnish and Serve:
- Remove from heat and garnish with fresh parsley if desired.
- Serve hot as a side dish.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 3/4 cup
- Calories: 180kcal
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 10mg