Arroz Cremoso (Creamy Rice Casserole)

Jun 08, 2023June 8, 20230 15

Arroz Cremoso (Creamy Rice Casserole) recipe for a comforting meal

by The Chefin Rice

Prep

10 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

30 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

520

Sugar

Fat

28g

Arroz Cremoso (Creamy Rice Casserole) is a popular comfort food in Brazil and many other Latin American countries. The dish consists of cooked rice mixed with chopped ham and mozzarella cheese, topped with a creamy egg mixture, and baked until golden brown. It is creamy, delicious, and perfect for a comfort meal on a cold or rainy day. This dish can also be a great way to use leftovers from a previous meal.

Instructions

1.	Preheat the oven to 400F.
2.	In a baking dish, combine the cooked rice, chopped ham, and chopped mozzarella cheese. Mix well.
3.	In a separate bowl, beat the egg yolks and add the table cream. Mix well.
4.	Pour the egg mixture over the rice mixture in the baking dish. Mix well.
5.	Season with salt to taste.
6.	Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown on top.
7.	Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.

PROS

This creamy rice casserole is a simple and easy meal that can be made with leftover rice.

The combination of ham, mozzarella cheese, and creamy egg mixture makes for a comforting and satisfying dish.

CONS

This dish is high in calories and fat due to the use of cheese and table cream.

It should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

The use of whole grain rice in this recipe can provide a good source of carbohydrates and fiber.
The addition of ham can provide a source of protein, while the table cream can provide a source of calcium and Vitamin D.

	4 cups cooked rice
	200 g cooked ham , chopped
	200 g mozzarella cheese , chopped
	4 egg yolks , beaten
	1 can table cream ( `` creme de leite '' )
	salt
	chopped parsley