Description
Stick of Butter Rice is a simple, flavorful rice dish baked in the oven with beef consomme and enriched with plenty of butter. This comforting recipe yields a creamy, tender rice that pairs perfectly with a variety of main dishes, making it an easy and satisfying side to have on your dinner table.
Ingredients
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Rice Mixture
- 1 cup uncooked long-grain white rice, rinsed
- ¼ tsp onion powder (or to taste)
- ¼ tsp garlic powder (or to taste)
- Black pepper (to taste)
- 2 (10.5-oz) cans beef consomme, undiluted
- 4 to 6 Tbsp butter
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare: Preheat your oven to 425ºF (220ºC). Lightly spray a 9×9-inch baking dish with cooking spray to prevent sticking.
- Combine Ingredients: Add the rinsed rice, onion powder, garlic powder, black pepper, beef consomme, and the butter into the prepared baking dish. Stir gently to distribute the ingredients evenly.
- Cover and Bake: Cover the baking dish tightly with aluminum foil to trap steam and moisture, ensuring the rice cooks evenly.
- Initial Baking: Place the covered dish in the preheated oven and bake for 30 minutes.
- Uncover and Continue Baking: Carefully remove the foil, stir the rice to fluff it, then return the uncovered dish to the oven and bake for an additional 20 to 30 minutes until the rice is tender and the liquid is absorbed.
Notes
- Rinsing the rice removes excess starch and helps prevent sticking.
- Adjust butter quantity to your preference for richness and flavor.
- Use undiluted beef consomme for the best savory taste and to cook the rice properly.
- Covering the dish tightly with foil during the initial baking phase traps steam needed for even cooking.
- Stirring partway through baking ensures the rice cooks evenly and prevents clumping.
- For a dairy-free version, substitute butter with margarine or oil, though the flavor will change.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 50-60 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
