Calling all rice and cheese lovers! Prepare to tantalize your taste buds with our delectable Baked Rice with Cheese and Tomatoes, a culinary masterpiece that seamlessly blends the comfort of rice, the richness of cheese, and the tangy goodness of tomatoes. This versatile dish can be easily tailored to your preferences, making it a perfect choice for both vegetarians and meat enthusiasts. Indulge in the classic Baked Rice with Cheese and Tomatoes, or elevate your meal with variations like the hearty Chicken and Rice Casserole, the savory Sausage and Rice Bake, and the vibrant Mexican Rice. With each bite, you'll experience a symphony of flavors and textures that will leave you craving more. So gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and embark on a culinary adventure that will satisfy your cravings and warm your soul.
Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!
SPANISH RICE BAKE
Ground beef, fresh onion, green bell pepper, tomatoes and rice are simmered in a sweet-hot sauce of chile, brown sugar, cumin and Worcestershire. This savory rice dish is then baked with Cheddar and garnished with fresh cilantro.
Provided by MELODIE
Categories Main Dish Recipes Casserole Recipes Rice
Time 1h
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
- Brown the ground beef in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Drain excess fat and transfer beef to a large pot over medium low heat.. Stir in the onion, green bell pepper, tomatoes, water, rice, chile sauce, salt, brown sugar, cumin, Worcestershire sauce and ground black pepper.
- Let this simmer for about 30 minutes, stirring occasionally, then transport this to a 2-quart casserole dish. Press down firmly and sprinkle with the shredded Cheddar cheese.
- Bake at 375 degrees F (190 degrees C) for 10 to 15 minutes, or until cheese is melted and bubbly. Garnish with chopped fresh cilantro.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 349.8 calories, Carbohydrate 24.9 g, Cholesterol 66.6 mg, Fat 19.1 g, Fiber 1.4 g, Protein 18.5 g, SaturatedFat 8.3 g, Sodium 603.7 mg, Sugar 3.2 g
BAKED RICE WITH CHEESE AND TOMATOES
From my favorite inherited cookbook, "Cook Like a Peasant, Eat Like a King. The cookbook is from the 70's and documents the travels of two California "foodies" traveling through Europe, eating dishes made by "peasant women" in small villages. This side dish recipe is from Switzerland. I picture it as a comforting side dish. I like the combo of the swiss cheese and parmesan (not one I'm used to seeing), highlighting the influences of neighboring Italy.
Provided by Mrs Goodall
Categories White Rice
Time 35m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Pre-heat oven to 400 degrees.
- In a casserole melt butter and sautee onions and garlic until soft.
- Stir in the tomatoes, rice, salt, thyme and bay leaf, blending well.
- Pour in the chicken broth, stirring.
- Cover casserole, bring to a boil, and place in pre-heated oven for 15 minutes.
- Remove cover, discard bay leaf, stir in two cheeses, and heat in the oven for 2 minutes.
TOMATO RICE WITH CRISPY CHEDDAR
I could use all sorts of fancy words to explain this dish, but the best description is this: pizza in rice form. The inspiration for the recipe, though, is oddly enough not Italian - it's a hybrid of a classic South Indian tomato rice with onions and a shockingly fantastic Spanish rice recipe my mom and I photocopied out of my seventh-grade Spanish textbook for a school project. The crispy, bubbly, broiled Cheddar topping (use the sharpest white Cheddar you can find!) adds a little something something, making it a worthy dinner party dish.
Provided by Priya Krishna
Categories grains and rice, side dish
Time 20m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Adjust an oven rack to the highest position and heat the oven to 500 degrees.
- In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat the oil over medium-high. When the oil begins to shimmer, add the onion and chile, spread them out in an even layer and cook, stirring occasionally, until the onion becomes translucent and starts to lightly char, 5 to 7 minutes.
- Increase the heat to high and add the tomatoes, using the back of a wooden spoon to lightly crush them. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the tomatoes break down into a chunky sauce, 5 to 6 minutes. Add the salt and remove from heat.
- Stir in the cooked rice and transfer to an 8-inch square (or similar size) baking dish. Sprinkle the grated cheese on top in an even layer.
- Switch the oven to broil and place the baking dish on the oven rack closest to the broiler. Broil until the top bubbles and turns golden brown, about 3 minutes. Serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 377, UnsaturatedFat 9 grams, Carbohydrate 44 grams, Fat 17 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 12 grams, SaturatedFat 7 grams, Sodium 665 milligrams, Sugar 7 grams, TransFat 0 grams
BAKED RICE WITH SLOW-ROASTED TOMATOES AND GARLIC
Baking rice on a bed of tender vegetables has to be one of the most fail-safe ways to prepare it. Here tangy-sweet tomatoes, garlic and shallots are slowly roasted in olive oil with cinnamon and thyme, then baked with basmati rice until everything is fragrant and soft. Adapted from Yotam Ottolenghi's cookbook, "Ottolenghi Simple," it makes a spectacular side dish to pan-seared meats or fish, or can be the heart of a vegetarian meal with some crumbled feta and pine nuts sprinkled on top for serving.
Provided by Melissa Clark
Categories dinner, grains and rice, appetizer, main course, side dish
Time 1h45m
Yield 4 to 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Heat oven to 350 degrees.
- In an 8-by-12-inch casserole dish, toss together tomatoes, garlic, shallots, cilantro stems, thyme, cinnamon sticks, 1/2 teaspoon salt and pepper to taste. Pour oil over everything, then bake until vegetables are soft, about 1 hour. Remove from oven and increase oven temperature to 450.
- Without stirring anything, sprinkle rice evenly over vegetables. Top with remaining 1/2 teaspoon salt and plenty of black pepper.
- Carefully pour boiling water over rice, then cover dish tightly with foil and bake for 25 minutes, until rice is cooked. Remove from oven and set aside for 10 minutes, still covered.
- Remove foil, gently stir in cilantro leaves, taste and add more salt if needed, and serve.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 396, UnsaturatedFat 14 grams, Carbohydrate 57 grams, Fat 17 grams, Fiber 6 grams, Protein 7 grams, SaturatedFat 2 grams, Sodium 412 milligrams, Sugar 8 grams
BAKED CHEDDAR AND TOMATO RICE
Make and share this Baked Cheddar and Tomato Rice recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Patchwork Dragon
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 1h
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Heat oven to 180c/160c fan/gas 4.
- Heat oil in a large flameproof casserole and cook onion and red pepper for about 5 mins until golden and softened.
- ~Add garlic and cook another minute.
- Stir in the rice and when fully coated with oil add the stock and tomatoes.
- Season.
- Bring to the boil and simmer for 5 minutes until almost all liquid has been absorbed.
- Scatter the cheese over, cover and bake in oven for about 30 minutes till rice is tender.
- Stand for 5 minutes before serving.
- For Vegetarian use the 1 liter vegetable stock not the Chicken stock.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 557.6, Fat 18.9, SaturatedFat 7.2, Cholesterol 33.9, Sodium 527.2, Carbohydrate 76, Fiber 2.8, Sugar 8.1, Protein 19.1
Tips:
- Use high-quality ingredients for the best results. This means using fresh vegetables, flavorful cheese, and a good quality tomato sauce.
- Don't overcook the rice. It should be cooked through but still have a slight bite to it.
- Use a baking dish that is large enough to accommodate all of the ingredients without overcrowding. This will help to ensure that the rice cooks evenly.
- Bake the rice until it is golden brown and bubbly. This will give it a delicious crispy crust.
- Let the rice cool for a few minutes before serving. This will help it to set and make it easier to slice.
Conclusion:
Baked rice with cheese and tomatoes is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. It is also a great way to use up leftover rice. With its simple ingredients and flavorful taste, this dish is sure to be a hit with everyone at the table.
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