Janet’s Onion Rice

May 19, 2023May 19, 20230 4

Janet's Onion Rice, a comforting and easy-to-prepare meal

by The Chefin Rice

Prep

5 min

Cook

25 min

Ready In

30 min

Level

Very easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

252

Sugar

Fat

Janet's Onion Rice is a comforting and easy-to-prepare meal that is perfect for a weeknight dinner or for meal prep. Made with just a few simple ingredients, it is a budget-friendly dish that can easily be adapted to your taste preferences. The French onion soup adds a lot of flavor to the dish, while the water chestnuts and peas provide some crunch and nutrients. Overall, this is a satisfying and comforting meal that is sure to become a staple in your recipe collection.

Instructions

1.	In a medium-sized saucepan, combine the uncooked rice, French onion soup, and water.
2.	Add the butter and water chestnuts and stir well.
3.	Bring the mixture to a boil over high heat.
4.	Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and cover the saucepan with a tight-fitting lid.
5.	Cook for 18-20 minutes, or until the rice is cooked through and the liquid has been absorbed.
6.	Remove the pan from heat and let sit for 5 minutes before stirring in the frozen peas.
7.	Season with soy sauce and serve hot.

PROS

Janet’s Onion Rice is a simple and easy-to-prepare comfort food that is sure to satisfy.

The addition of water chestnuts and peas adds a nice texture and flavor to the dish.

CONS

This dish contains a moderate amount of sodium from the French onion soup and soy sauce.

Additionally, the canned soup may contain preservatives and additives.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This dish contains a good source of carbohydrates from the rice, and the addition of peas provides some fiber.
Water chestnuts also provide a low-calorie source of nutrients like potassium and vitamin B6.

	1 cup uncooked long grain white rice
	1 can French onion soup , plus
	1 3/4 cups water
	2 tablespoons butter
	1 can sliced water chestnuts , drained
	1/2 cup frozen baby peas
	soy sauce , if desired