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Cheesy Rice Recipe

A creamy, warm side dish of long grain rice coated in melted sharp cheddar.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 4

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups chicken stock
  • 1 cup long grain rice
  • 1 1/2 cups shredded sharp cheddar
  • Salt to taste
  • Cracked black pepper to taste
  • 2 green onions sliced

Instructions
 

  • Bring chicken stock to a boil in a pot.
  • Add rice and stir once.
  • Return to a boil, cover, and reduce heat to low.
  • Cook 18 to 20 minutes.
  • Remove from heat and add cheddar.
  • Season with salt and pepper.
  • Stir until the cheese melts.
  • Taste, adjust, and top with green onions.

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Notes

  • Parmesan can replace part of the cheddar.
  • Use vegetable stock for a vegetarian version.
  • Store in the fridge up to 3 days and reheat with a splash of liquid.