Onion Soup Rice
This cozy onion soup rice combines the rich flavor of French onion soup with fluffy rice and a golden cheese topping. It's easy, cheesy, and perfect for dinner on chilly nights.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1/2 cup homemade French onion soup Made with caramelized onions, homemade beef broth, thyme, sherry vinegar, and a touch of salt
- 2 cups homemade beef broth Simmer beef bones, onion, garlic, celery, carrot, bay leaf for 6–8 hours, strain
- 1/4 cup uncooked long-grain white rice
- 1 tablespoon sherry vinegar
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter cut into 1/4-inch-thick slices
- 3/4 cup freshly shredded Gruyère cheese Buy block and shred at home
- 1/2 cup freshly shredded whole-milk mozzarella cheese Use a block of low-moisture mozzarella and shred yourself
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
Optional Garnishes
- 1 teaspoon extra thyme sprigs
- 1/4 teaspoon cracked black pepper
- 2 tablespoons shaved Parmesan
Instructions
- Melt the butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Once sizzling, add the uncooked rice and stir for about 2 minutes until lightly toasted.
- Add the French onion soup, beef broth, and sherry vinegar to the rice. Stir well and bring to a boil. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 18–20 minutes until the rice is tender.
- Transfer the rice mixture to a greased 8x8 or 9x9-inch baking dish. Spread evenly and sprinkle Gruyère and mozzarella cheese on top.
- Bake at 375°F for 12–15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and golden. Optional: broil for 1–2 minutes for a crispier top. Garnish with fresh thyme leaves before serving.