Savory Rice Pudding Recipe

Name: Savory Rice Pudding
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: TOMATO SAUCE; 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil; 1 large white onion, peeled and cut into slivers; 3 garlic cloves, minced; 1 (28 ounce) can whole plum tomatoes with juice, coarsely pureed; 1 (15 ounce) can diced tomatoes with juice; 6 poblano chiles, roasted, peeled, seeded, and cut into thin strips; 1 teaspoon dried Mexican oregano; 2 bay leaves; 1 pinch sugar; salt & freshly ground black pepper, to taste; CREAM SAUCE; 2 cups creme fraiche; 2 cups plain yogurt; salt & freshly ground black pepper, to taste; TO ASSEMBLE; 1 1/2 cups grated mozzarella cheese; 1 1/2 cups grated monterey jack cheese; 6 cups cooked long-grain rice (2 cups raw)

Servings: persons

TOMATO SAUCE
1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
1 large white onion, peeled and cut into slivers
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 (28 ounce) can whole plum tomatoes with juice, coarsely pureed
1 (15 ounce) can diced tomatoes with juice
6 poblano chiles, roasted, peeled, seeded, and cut into thin strips
1 teaspoon dried Mexican oregano
2 bay leaves
1 pinch sugar
salt & freshly ground black pepper, to taste
CREAM SAUCE
2 cups creme fraiche
2 cups plain yogurt
salt & freshly ground black pepper, to taste
TO ASSEMBLE
1 1/2 cups grated mozzarella cheese
1 1/2 cups grated monterey jack cheese
6 cups cooked long-grain rice (2 cups raw)

1
FOR TOMATO SAUCE.
2
Heat oil in a medium saucepan.
3
Saute the onion and garlic until softened and slightly browned.
4
Add tomatoes and chile strips and cook for another 5 minute.
5
Season with oregano, bay leaves, sugar, salt, and pepper to taste.
6
Simmer for 20 min., until slightly thickened.
7
FOR THE CREAM SAUCE.
8
Stir creme fraiche and yogurt together. Season with salt and pepper.
9
TO ASSEMBLE.
10
Preheat oven to 350.
11
Butter a large(3 qt.) baking dish.
12
Toss the monterey jack and mozzarella cheeses in a bowl.
13
Spoon half the rice into a dish and smooth evenly.
14
Cover with half the tomato sauce and then half the cream sauce.
15
Spread half thecheese over the cream sauce.
16
Repeat with the remaining rice, sauce,and cream.
17
Reserve the remainig cheese.
18
Lightly cover the casserole with foil and bake 30 minutes,until heated through.
19
Uncover and sprinkle with reserved cheese.
20
Return the UNCOVERED casserole to the oven and bake 10-15 minutes more, or until cheese melts.

1722

kcal

Calories

Fat

282

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.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

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 19 ingredients. The key ingredients include: TOMATO SAUCE, 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil, 1 large white onion, peeled and cut into slivers, 3 garlic cloves, minced, and more.

Yes, Savory Rice Pudding falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

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Savory Rice Pudding

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Variations & substitutions

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