Description
Discover the warm embrace of French Onion Butter Rice, a delightful side dish that combines the rich sweetness of caramelized onions with buttery, fluffy rice. Perfect for family dinners or cozy gatherings, this recipe transforms an ordinary meal into an unforgettable experience. With its enticing aroma and creamy finish, it’s sure to become your go-to comfort food.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup long-grain white rice
- 2 medium yellow onions, thinly sliced
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, divided
- 2 cups low-sodium beef broth
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme (or ½ teaspoon dried thyme)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients for easy access during cooking.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, melt 2 tablespoons of butter. Add sliced onions and cook until golden brown (15-20 minutes).
- Stir in the rice and toast for about 3 minutes.
- Pour in beef broth, thyme, salt, and pepper; bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low, cover tightly, and simmer until rice absorbs liquid (18-20 minutes).
- Remove from heat; let sit covered for an additional 5 minutes. Fluff rice with a fork and mix in remaining butter and Parmesan cheese until melted.
- Serve warm, garnished with extra thyme or cheese if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 46g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 30mg