Prepare to embark on a culinary journey with our exquisite Spinach and Cheese Rice with Mushrooms, a symphony of flavors and textures that will tantalize your taste buds. This delectable dish is a harmonious blend of tender rice, vibrant spinach, savory cheese, and earthy mushrooms, all enveloped in a creamy and flavorful sauce. Each bite offers a delightful interplay of textures, from the soft and yielding rice to the crispy mushrooms and the gooey cheese. With three enticing variations to choose from, this recipe caters to diverse preferences and dietary needs. Whether you prefer the classic rendition with Parmesan cheese, a vegan delight with almond milk and nutritional yeast, or a gluten-free option with quinoa, this dish promises to satisfy and delight. So, gather your ingredients, let your culinary creativity shine, and embark on a delightful cooking adventure.
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MUSHROOM & SPINACH RISOTTO
I had never tried mushroom spinach risotto until a trip to Paris a few years ago. Since then, I worked hard to create a recipe that tasted similar, and I think I finally succeeded with this version. It is very rich and indulgent! I often add cubed cooked chicken to make this a more satisfying and protein-packed main dish. —Sandi Ogden, Clinton, Missouri
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Side Dishes
Time 1h10m
Yield 8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- In a large saucepan, heat broth and keep warm. In a large skillet, saute mushrooms and onion in butter until tender. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Stir in wine. Bring to a boil; cook until liquid is reduced by half. Add cream; cook and stir over medium heat until slightly thickened., In a large saucepan, saute rice in oil for 2-3 minutes or until rice is lightly browned. Stir in 1/2 cup hot broth. Reduce heat; cook and stir for 20 minutes or until broth is absorbed., Continue adding hot broth, 1/2 cup at a time, and stirring until all the broth has been absorbed and rice is tender but firm. Add the mushroom mixture, spinach, pepper, salt and grated Parmesan cheese; cook and stir until heated through. If desired, sprinkle with parsley and shaved Parmesan cheese. Serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 409 calories, Fat 22g fat (12g saturated fat), Cholesterol 61mg cholesterol, Sodium 667mg sodium, Carbohydrate 41g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 11g protein.
SPINACH AND CHEESE RICE WITH MUSHROOMS
A favorite rice dish at our house! Frozen spinach can be used in place of fresh if desired, just make certain to hand-squeeze out excess moisture.
Provided by Kittencalrecipezazz
Categories Rice
Time 35m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Set oven to 400 degrees.
- Grease an 8-inch square baking dish.
- In a 10-in skillet, heat oil with butter; add the garlic and mushrooms, cook, stirring for 1 minute.
- Add in the spinach, stir and cook about 2 minutes, or until spinach wilts.
- Stir in salt and pepper, cheddar cheese and cottage cheese; set aside.
- Make a layer of cooked rice on the bottom of baking dish.
- Spoon spinach/cheese mixture evenly over the rice.
- Top with mozzarella cheese slices, then sprinkle with paprika.
- Bake for 8-10 minutes.
- Remove from oven and set broiler; broil the rice casserole for 1 minute, or until the mozzeralla cheese is bubbly and light brown.
- Cut into squares, and serve hot.
SPINACH RICE CASSEROLE
Spinach Rice Casserole is a cheesy, comforting hug that is much more than the sum of its parts. This simple heritage recipe finds new fans today. Serve with a salad, for lunch or dinner.
Time 1h
Yield Serves 6.
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Heat oven to 350F degrees. Lightly mist a casserole dish with nonstick spray. I usually use a pretty oval dish, but you could use an 8- or 9-inch square dish if you like.
- In a large bowl, add cooked rice, spinach, butter, onion, salt and cheese. In a 4-cup measure, pour milk and add eggs. Whisk to combine. Pour into the bowl with rice-spinach mixture and stir well to combine.
- Pour into prepared casserole dish and bake for 45 minutes.
- Remove from oven and serve.
- Serves 6.
CREAMY MUSHROOM CHICKEN
I call this meal "the easy chicken fixin'"...and love it that the leftovers are equally delicious heated up in the microwave. My husband, Tim, and I spend a lot of time riding horses and playing Cowboy Polo in summer. We are extra busy now since we just had our first child, Shelby.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 30m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Sprinkle chicken with pepper. In a large skillet over medium heat, brown chicken in oil until a thermometer reads 170°. Remove to a serving platter and keep warm. , In the same skillet, saute mushrooms in butter until tender. Sprinkle with flour and stir until coated. Gradually add milk. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. , Remove from the heat; stir in 1/2 cup cheese. Pour over chicken. Sprinkle with parsley and remaining cheese. Serve with pasta.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 309 calories, Fat 19g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 97mg cholesterol, Sodium 338mg sodium, Carbohydrate 4g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 29g protein.
GREEK RICE - RICE WITH SPINACH AND FETA
This recipe for a delicious and easy rice side dish came from Michael at Gail's Recipe Swap, and I've fiddled with it a little. Although I don't get to eat rice often, this one looks so tasty I have to put it here for safe keeping when I get to splurge! :)
Provided by Julesong
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 40m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Over medium heat in a saucepan, combine the rice, broth, and water, and bring to a boil.
- Cover, reduce the heat to medium low, and let simmer for 15 to 18 minutes or until the rice has absorbed the liquid; transfer to a serving bowl and keep warm.
- In a skillet over medium heat, melt the olive oil and butter together, then add the onion, mushrooms, and garlic for 5 to 7 minutes, then stir in the lemon juice and oregano.
- Add the spinach and pepper, then sprinkle with the sherry and toss until the spinach is slightly wilted; remove from heat.
- Add the crumbled feta and toss until the cheese begins to melt.
- Add to the cooked rice, toss well, and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 391, Fat 17.3, SaturatedFat 7.6, Cholesterol 34.4, Sodium 431.9, Carbohydrate 47, Fiber 2.8, Sugar 4.2, Protein 13
Tips:
- To save time, use pre-cooked or frozen spinach if you don't have fresh spinach on hand.
- You can use any type of cheese that you like in this recipe. Some good options include cheddar, mozzarella, Parmesan, or a combination of cheeses.
- If you don't have dry white wine, you can use chicken broth or water instead.
- If you don't have fresh mushrooms, you can use canned or jarred mushrooms instead. Be sure to drain them well before adding them to the recipe.
- To make the rice even more flavorful, toast it in a dry skillet over medium heat for a few minutes before cooking it in the liquid.
- Serve this dish with a side of roasted vegetables or a fresh green salad for a complete and satisfying meal.
Conclusion:
Spinach and cheese rice with mushrooms is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for any occasion. It is a great way to use up leftover rice, and it can be easily customized to your liking. So next time you are looking for a quick and tasty meal, give this recipe a try. You won't be disappointed!
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