Description
A comforting bowl of creamy, cheesy goodness, perfect for elevating weeknight dinners.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup rice
- 2 cups water or chicken broth
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons butter
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Chopped parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Rinse the rice under cold water.
- Heat your liquid in a medium pot until boiling.
- Cook the rice in the boiling liquid, cover, and simmer.
- Check for doneness and let sit covered for 5 minutes.
- Add the heavy cream and butter, stirring until melted.
- Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese.
- Serve the creamy rice in bowls, garnished with parsley if desired.
Notes
Pairs well with grilled chicken, shrimp scampi, or sautéed mushrooms. Feel free to customize with your favorite herbs or spices.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: creamy rice, parmesan, comfort food, easy dinner, vegetarian recipe