California Rice Casserole

Jun 01, 2023June 1, 20230 3
California Rice Casserole recipe for a hearty meal
in Main

Prep

20 min

Cook

30 min

Ready In

50 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1/4 cup butter
1 cup finely chopped onion
4 cups cooked white rice
2 cups sour cream
1 cup cream-style cottage cheese
1 large bay leaf ( finely crushed )
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
3 cans chopped green chilies , drained
2 cups grated cheddar cheese
1 tablespoon dried parsley

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
8
Calories
529
Sugar
5g
Fat
37g
The California Rice Casserole is a hearty and flavorful dish that is a staple in many households in California. Its creamy texture and delicious combination of rice, green chilies, and cheddar cheese make it a crowd-pleaser for any occasion. This casserole can be easily customized to suit individual tastes by adding vegetables or meat as desired. It is also a good make-ahead dish that can be prepared in advance and stored in the refrigerator until ready to bake. Serve it hot and enjoy a comforting meal that will leave you feeling satisfied.

Instructions

1.Preheat the oven to 350°F.
2.Melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat.
3.Add chopped onions and sauté until soft.
4.In a large bowl, mix together cooked rice, sour cream, cottage cheese, crushed bay leaf, salt, pepper, and drained green chilies.
5.Stir in sautéed onions and grated cheddar cheese.
6.Pour the rice mixture into a greased 9”x13” baking dish.
7.Sprinkle dried parsley on top.
8.Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until hot and bubbly.

PROS

This California Rice Casserole is a delicious one-dish meal that is easy to prepare.

It can be served as a main dish with a side salad or as a side dish to complement a larger meal.

The ingredients are easy to find and the recipe can be scaled up or down as needed.

CONS

This dish is high in calories and fat due to the use of sour cream, cottage cheese, and cheddar cheese.

The use of canned green chilies may not be appealing to everyone.

Not suitable for individuals with lactose intolerance.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

The California Rice Casserole is a good source of protein and carbohydrates.
Cheddar cheese is a good source of calcium and vitamin D.
Some of the ingredients like sour cream and cottage cheese contain probiotics that aid in digestion.

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