Creamy Cheddar Rice
Buttery rice cooked with milk and sharp cheddar for a rich, comforting side that tastes like a restaurant dish in 20 minutes. Serve with a simple green salad and your favorite dipping sauce.
- Total time
- 20 min
- Servings
- 4
- Calories
- 495
- Protein
- 15g
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Ingredients
- 2 cups rice (long-grain white or jasmine)
- 3 tbsp butter
- 2 cups whole milk
- 1.5 cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
Instructions
- 1
Bring 4 cups salted water to a boil in a large skillet, then stir in rice.
- 2
Cover and simmer over medium-low heat for 12 minutes until rice is tender.
- 3
Drain any excess water, then stir in butter and milk over low heat.
- 4
Remove from heat and fold in cheddar until melted and creamy, about 1 minute.
- 5
Season with salt and pepper to taste, then serve hot with green salad.
Tools you’ll need
- large skillet with lid
- wooden spoon
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