Description
This Stick of Butter Rice Recipe is a simple, comforting baked rice dish that combines the rich flavors of condensed French onion soup, beef broth, and a whole stick of butter. The rice is baked in the oven until tender and slightly caramelized on top, resulting in a flavorful, buttery side dish perfect for family dinners.
Ingredients
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Ingredients
- 1 stick butter (½ cup)
- 1 can condensed French onion soup (10.5 oz)
- 1 can condensed beef broth soup (10.5 oz)
- 1 cup white rice (rinsed, not instant)
Instructions
- Preheat oven: Set your oven to 400°F (200°C) to ensure it reaches the right temperature for baking the rice evenly.
- Prepare baking dish: Lightly spray a baking dish with non-stick spray to prevent the rice from sticking and to make cleanup easier.
- Rinse rice: Thoroughly rinse the white rice under cold water until the water runs clear to remove excess starch, which ensures fluffier cooked rice.
- Place rice in dish: Spread the rinsed rice evenly across the bottom of the prepared baking dish to create an even cooking surface.
- Add soups: Pour the condensed French onion soup and condensed beef broth soup evenly over the rice, distributing the flavors thoroughly.
- Stir: Gently stir the rice and soup mixture with a spoon to combine the ingredients without breaking the rice grains.
- Add butter: Place the stick of butter on top of the rice and soup mixture, allowing it to melt during baking to add richness and moisture.
- Cover and bake: Cover the baking dish tightly with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes, allowing the rice to absorb the flavors and cook through.
- Remove foil and stir: Carefully remove the foil, then gently stir the rice to redistribute moisture and flavors evenly. Return the dish to the oven uncovered.
- Continue baking uncovered: Bake the rice for an additional 30 minutes uncovered, until it is tender and the top is slightly caramelized, enhancing flavor and texture.
- Final stir and serve: Stir the baked rice one last time to mix the caramelized top before serving hot, enjoying its savory and buttery taste.
Notes
- Make sure to rinse the rice well to get rid of excess starch for better texture.
- Using condensed soups adds rich flavor; avoid diluting with water or milk.
- Covering with foil initially helps steam the rice for tenderness.
- Leaving the dish uncovered in the last stage allows the top to brown and caramelize.
- Use a sturdy baking dish that can hold moisture well.
- For a richer taste, use unsalted butter to control salt levels.
