Creamy Rice With Lemon, Herbs, And Parmesan Recipe

Name: Creamy Rice With Lemon, Herbs, And Parmesan
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 quarts water; 2 cups arborio rice (12 to 13 ounces) or 2 cups medium grain rice (12 to 13 ounces); 1 cup chopped onion; 1/2 cup chopped fresh parsley; 6 tablespoons butter, cut into small pieces, room temperature; 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil; 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice; 1 lemon, rind of, grated; 1 cup packed grated parmesan cheese, plus; 2 tablespoons grated parmesan cheese (about 3 ounces); fresh basil sprig

Servings: persons

4 quarts water
2 cups arborio rice (12 to 13 ounces) or 2 cups medium grain rice (12 to 13 ounces)
1 cup chopped onion
1/2 cup chopped fresh parsley
6 tablespoons butter, cut into small pieces, room temperature
1/4 cup chopped fresh basil
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1 lemon, rind of, grated
1 cup packed grated parmesan cheese, plus
2 tablespoons grated parmesan cheese (about 3 ounces)
fresh basil sprig

1
Bring 4 quarts water to boil in large pot over high heat.
2
Add rice and onion.
3
Boil until rice is just tender, about 16 minutes.
4
Drain, reserving 1/2 cup cooking liquid.
5
Mix parsley, butter, basil, lemon juice, and lemon peel in large bowl.
6
Add hot rice mixture, stir to melt butter.
7
Add reserved 1/2 cup cooking liquid and 1 cup cheese; stir.
8
Season with salt and pepper.
9
Sprinkle with 2 tablespoons cheese.
10
Garnish with basil sprigs and serve.

670

kcal

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Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 quarts water, 2 cups arborio rice (12 to 13 ounces) or 2 cups medium grain rice (12 to 13 ounces), 1 cup chopped onion, 1/2 cup chopped fresh parsley, and more.

Yes, Creamy Rice With Lemon, Herbs, And Parmesan falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Creamy Rice With Lemon, Herbs, And Parmesan

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Variations & substitutions

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