Best 3 Arroz Con Queso Rice With Cheese Recipes
**Arroz con queso**, or rice with cheese, is a popular dish in many Latin American countries. It is a simple yet flavorful dish made with rice, cheese, and often other ingredients such as onions, garlic, peppers, and tomatoes. The rice is usually cooked in a flavorful broth and then combined with the cheese and other ingredients. Arroz con queso can be served as a main course or a side dish. It is also a popular dish to serve at parties and potlucks.
This article provides three different recipes for arroz con queso. The first recipe is a basic recipe that uses only rice, cheese, and broth. The second recipe is a more flavorful version that includes onions, garlic, peppers, and tomatoes. The third recipe is a baked arroz con queso casserole that is perfect for a party or potluck.
All three recipes are easy to follow and can be made with ingredients that are readily available at most grocery stores. So what are you waiting for? Try one of these delicious arroz con queso recipes today!
ARROZ CON QUESO - RICE WITH CHEESE (BOLIVIA)
I used this recipe for week 32 of my food blog, "Travel by Stove." I am attempting to cook on meal from every nation on Earth, and Bolivia is my 32nd stop. Unless otherwise noted, my Travel by Stove recipes are taken from authentic or traditional sources, and this recipe has been posted without any alternations or additions to the ingredients. This Bolivian side dish is made with a fresh farmer's cheese; "kolla" (traditionally used) is saltier than queso fresco, so when making this be sure to taste and add salt according to your preferences.
Provided by GiddyUpGo
Categories Rice
Time 30m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Boil the water with the salt, then add the rice and keep boiling, uncovered, until almost all of the water has been absorbed or cooked off. The rice should still be pretty wet, but without pools of water and not fluffy.
- Meanwhile, saute the garlic and onions in a small amount of oil for four or five minutes. Take care not to let them brown.
- When the rice is nearly ready, bring the milk to a boil (warning, milk scalds easily so don't take your eyes off of it).
- Add the milk, cheese and onion/garlic mixture to the rice. Cook over low heat, stirring, until all the cheese has melted.
ARROZ CON QUESO (CHEESY RICE)
I combined a recipe a had from the monthly co-op newsletter and Recipe No. 77683. Preparation does not include time to cook rice. You can cheat and buy the frozen brown rice from Trader Joe's.
Provided by Mad City Pug Lady
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 1h10m
Yield 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°F.
- Heat oil in a medium skillet; add onion and chilies. Cook until softened, about 5 to 7 minutes. Add garlic, cumin and chili powder and cook 2 minutes more.
- In a large bowl, combine rice, beans and onion mixture. Spray a 2-quart casserole with non-stick spray.
- Spread 1/3 of the rice/bean mixture. Top that with 1/2 of the ricotta cheese. Top that with 1/2 of the Monterey jack cheese. Repeat, ending with the rice/bean mixture.
- Cover and bake for 30 minutes.
- Remove from the oven; cover casserole with the salsa. Sprinkle evenly with cheddar cheese. Bake 5 to 10 minutes more, until cheese is melted and lightly browned.
ARROZ CON QUESO (RICE WITH CHEESE)
My friend Jolene gave me this one. I think she got it from "Diet for a Small Planet". It's one of those "keep all of the ingredients on hand for emergencies" recipes. When you burn something, quietly get of it and make this. No one will know. Prep. time doesn't include cooking the rice.
Provided by Pierre Dance
Categories Beans
Time 1h10m
Yield 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 F.
- Mix Cheddar and Jack together.
- Mix Rice, Beans, Garlic, Onion, and Chilies together.
- In a large casserole dish spread 1/3 of the rice/bean mixture.
- Top that with 1/2 of the cheese mixture.
- top that with 1/2 of the Ricotta.
- Then the next 1/3 of the rice/bean mixture.
- Followed by the last half of the cheese.
- Followed by the last half of the Ricotta.
- Then the last 1/3 of the rice/bean mixture.
- Bake 40 min.
- Remove from the oven, top with Black Olives.
- Sprinkle evenly with Parmesan.
- Bake 10 min. more.
- Remove from oven and let rest 20 min.
- Serve.
Tips:
- Use high-quality, short-grain rice for the best texture and flavor.
- Rinse the rice thoroughly before cooking to remove any starch and impurities.
- Use a heavy-bottomed pot or Dutch oven to cook the rice evenly.
- Bring the rice and water to a boil over high heat, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 18-20 minutes, or until the rice is tender and all of the water has been absorbed.
- Do not stir the rice while it is cooking, as this can break up the grains and make the rice mushy.
- Once the rice is cooked, remove it from the heat and let it rest for 5 minutes before fluffing it with a fork.
- For the queso, use a good quality melting cheese, such as cheddar, Monterey Jack, or queso Oaxaca.
- Shred the cheese yourself for a better texture and flavor.
- Add the cheese to the cooked rice gradually, stirring constantly until it is melted and smooth.
- Season the arroz con queso to taste with salt, pepper, and other desired spices.
- Serve the arroz con queso immediately, garnished with fresh cilantro, chopped onion, or avocado slices.
Conclusion:
Arroz con queso is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. With its creamy, cheesy flavor and fluffy texture, arroz con queso is sure to be a hit with everyone at your table. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy meal, give this recipe a try. You won't be disappointed!
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