RICE PILAF WITH CHORIZO CASSEROLE

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Provided by Rachael Ray : Food Network

Time 1h15m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 generous pinch saffron threads, about 20
2 cups chicken stock-in-a-box
1 cup water
1 1/4-1 1/2 pounds Spanish style chorizo, 1 package (recommended: Gaspar's or Trois Petit Cochons)
Extra-virgin olive oil, for drizzling
1 large Spanish onion, chopped
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
1/4 cup drained chopped pimientos or diced piquillo peppers
1 cup frozen peas
1/3 cup dry sherry or 1/2 cup dry white wine
3 tablespoons butter
1/2 cup broken thin spaghetti (1 to 1 1/2-inch pieces)
1 cup long-grain white rice
1/2 cup chopped flat-leaf parsley

Steps:

  • Put the saffron in small pot with 1 1/2 cups stock and about 1 cup water. Bring to boil over medium heat, then reduce the heat to low and let steep for a few minutes while you prepare the chorizo and onions.
  • Heat a skillet with a tight fitting lid over medium-high heat. Remove the casings from the chorizo and slice about 1 to 1 1/2 inches thick, on an angle. Add a drizzle of extra-virgin olive oil to the hot skillet and add the chorizo. Brown evenly on both sides, 4 to 5 minutes total. Remove the chorizo to a plate and add another drizzle of oil to the skillet along with the onions. Season with salt and pepper, to taste, and cook until softened, about 5 minutes. Add the pimientos and peas and stir to heat through. Deglaze the pan with sherry or wine and stir 1 to 2 minutes. Remove them from the pan to the plate with the chorizo.
  • Return the pan to medium heat and melt 2 tablespoons of the butter. Add the pasta and stir until deeply golden brown, about 3 to 4 minutes. Stir in the rice and stock and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to low, cover the pan and cook for 18 minutes. Fluff the rice with a fork.
  • Grease a casserole with the remaining 1 tablespoon of softened butter. Fill the casserole with cooked rice and top with an arrangement of the chorizo and onion mixture. Cool and chill as a make-ahead meal. Reheat by dousing the casserole with 1/2 cup chicken stock then putting it in preheated 375 degree F oven, loosely covered, for 20 minutes. Uncover and bake for about until heated through and barely crispy at edges, about 10 minutes. Top with parsley and serve.

Goffar Akon
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This dish was a bit too messy for my taste. I would recommend using a simpler recipe next time.


Allegra S√°nchez
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This dish was a bit too complicated for my taste. I would recommend using a simpler recipe next time.


Ifeoma Aninkwo
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This dish was a bit too time-consuming for my taste. I would recommend using a simpler recipe next time.


Usman Jaffar
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This dish was a bit too expensive for my taste. I would recommend using less expensive ingredients next time.


Emmanuel Oyebanji Idowu
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This dish was a bit too dry for my taste. I would recommend adding more liquid, such as broth or water, next time.


Chibueze Okolo
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The rice was a bit undercooked for my taste. I would recommend cooking it for a few minutes longer next time.


Maryam Saeed
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This dish was a bit too salty for my taste. I would recommend using less salt next time.


Sayyadi Abubakar
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I found this recipe to be a bit bland. I would recommend adding more spices, such as cumin or cayenne pepper.


Tamjiban Sah
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This dish is a bit too spicy for my taste, but I still enjoyed it. I would recommend using less chorizo next time.


F o r h a d ღ
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This rice pilaf is so flavorful and easy to make. I love that I can use ingredients that I already have on hand.


Abu Sharif
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always a crowd-pleaser. It's perfect for potlucks and parties.


Godfrey Dickson
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This dish is a great way to use up leftover chorizo. I also added some diced bell peppers and onions, which gave it a nice crunch.


Mahendra Bohora
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I'm not a huge fan of chorizo, but I thought I'd give this recipe a try anyway. I was pleasantly surprised! The chorizo flavor was subtle and not overpowering, and the rice was cooked perfectly.


Amjed Baloch
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This recipe is easy to follow and the results are delicious. I would definitely recommend it to anyone looking for a flavorful and satisfying rice dish.


Ted Chosen
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I made this dish last night and it was a hit with my family. The rice was fluffy and flavorful, and the chorizo added a nice smoky flavor.


Bbbk Bbbbool
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This rice pilaf with chorizo casserole is an absolute delight! The flavors of the chorizo, paprika, and garlic come together perfectly, creating a dish that is both savory and aromatic.