Description
A delightful one-pan dish combining garlic and Parmesan cheese with perfectly cooked rice, perfect for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup rice
- 2 cups vegetable broth
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Chopped parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat and sauté the minced garlic until fragrant.
- Add the rice to the skillet and stir for a minute to toast it lightly.
- Pour in the vegetable broth, bring to a boil, reduce heat, cover, and let it simmer for about 15-20 minutes until the rice is cooked and liquid is absorbed.
- Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese, and season with salt and pepper to taste. Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.
Notes
For extra flavor, add herbs like thyme or oregano. Substitute vegetable broth with chicken broth for a heartier taste. A squeeze of lemon juice can enhance flavor before serving.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 10mg