Description
A comforting and flavorful Vegetarian Garlic Mushroom Rice Bake, featuring creamy Arborio rice and earthy mushrooms, perfect for family dinners or meal prepping.
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 8 ounces cremini mushrooms, sliced
- 1 cup Arborio rice
- 4 cups vegetable broth, warmed
- 1 tablespoon fresh thyme, chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup Gruyère cheese, shredded
- 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F and position a rack in the middle.
- Sauté the onion in olive oil and butter until translucent; add garlic and cook until fragrant.
- Cook the mushrooms in the skillet until browned and their liquid has evaporated.
- Toast the rice in the butter, stirring until coated and slightly translucent.
- Deglaze the pan with white wine, scraping up browned bits until evaporated.
- Combine the rice and mushrooms; add warmed vegetable broth, thyme, parsley, salt, and pepper. Simmer gently.
- Bake covered for 25-30 minutes, until most liquid is absorbed.
- Create the cheesy crust by adding remaining cheeses on top of the baked dish.
- Final bake uncovered for 10-15 minutes until cheese is melted and golden brown. Let it rest before serving.
Notes
Mix and match different mushrooms for varied flavor, and feel free to substitute cheeses based on preference.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian