Cheesy Rice Bake

This Cheesy Rice Bake is a comforting and satisfying gluten-free dish, combining fluffy rice with creamy cheese and a hint of herbs. Perfect for a cozy dinner, it’s easy to prepare and packed with flavor.

Ingredients

• Cooked white rice - 1 cup
• Shredded cheddar cheese - 1 cup
• Cream cheese - 100 grams
• Milk - 1/2 cup
• Egg - 1 large
• Garlic powder - 1 teaspoon
• Onion powder - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon
• Chopped fresh parsley - 2 tablespoons

Steps

1. Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F).
2. In a mixing bowl, combine the cooked white rice, shredded cheddar cheese, and cream cheese, mixing until well combined.
3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the milk, egg, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper.
4. Pour the milk mixture into the rice and cheese mixture, stirring until everything is evenly coated.
5. Transfer the mixture into a greased baking dish and smooth the top with a spatula.
6. Sprinkle the chopped parsley on top for garnish.
7. Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the top is golden and bubbly.
8. Remove from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 450
• Protein: 18 g
• Carbs: 40 g
• Fiber: 1 g
• Sugar: 3 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 80 mg
• Total Fat: 25 g
• Saturated Fat: 15 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
• Water: 0.25 L

Health Benefits

• Provides a good source of protein from cheese and egg.
• Rich in calcium, which is important for bone health.

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