Rice La Frances

Elevate your next meal with Rice La Frances, a luxuriously creamy rice dish that blends French-inspired flavors with classic comfort. This recipe features tender Arborio rice simmered to perfection in a blend of rich vegetable stock and dry white wine, creating a risotto-like base that’s irresistibly creamy. Sautéed cremini mushrooms, fragrant shallots, and garlic add layers of depth, while heavy cream, Parmesan cheese, and a touch of fresh thyme enhance its decadence. Perfect for a cozy dinner or an elegant side dish, this 30-minute recipe is finished with a garnish of fresh parsley for a pop of color and herbaceous flair. Whether served with roasted vegetables or your favorite protein, Rice La Frances promises a restaurant-quality dining experience at home. Keywords: creamy rice recipe, French-inspired rice, mushroom rice dish, elegant side dish, risotto-style rice.

Nutriscore Rating: 68/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 3 tablespoons butter
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 2 medium shallots
• 3 large garlic cloves
• 8 ounces cremini mushrooms
• 1.5 cups arborio rice
• 0.5 cup dry white wine
• 4 cups vegetable stock
• 0.5 cup heavy cream
• 0.75 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons chopped parsley (for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

In a medium saucepan, warm the vegetable stock over low heat and keep it warm while preparing the rice.

Step 2

Finely dice the shallots and mince the garlic. Clean and slice the mushrooms thinly.

Step 3

In a large skillet or wide saucepan, melt the butter with the olive oil over medium heat.

Step 4

Add the shallots and garlic. Sauté for 2-3 minutes until fragrant and softened.

Step 5

Stir in the mushrooms and cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the mushrooms release their moisture and begin to brown.

Step 6

Add the arborio rice to the skillet. Stir continuously for 2-3 minutes to toast the rice lightly.

Step 7

Pour in the white wine and cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring, until the wine has mostly evaporated.

Step 8

Begin adding the warm vegetable stock, one ladleful (approximately 1/2 cup) at a time, stirring frequently. Let the rice absorb the liquid before adding the next ladleful. Continue this process for 20-25 minutes until the rice is creamy and tender.

Step 9

Stir in the heavy cream, grated Parmesan cheese, fresh thyme leaves, salt, and black pepper. Mix well to combine and cook for another 2 minutes.

Step 10

Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. Remove from heat.

Step 11

Garnish with chopped parsley and serve immediately. Enjoy Rice La Frances warm for a comforting and elegant dish!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1920.2 grams (1920.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2056

Total Fat 116.50g	149%
Saturated Fat 59.40g	297%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.20g
Cholesterol 279mg	93%
Sodium 4730mg	206%
Total Carbohydrate 172.90g	63%
Dietary Fiber 18.10g	65%
Total Sugars 26.50g
Protein 57.30g	115%

Vitamin D 23IU	113%
Calcium 946mg	73%
Iron 8mg	45%
Potassium 3250mg	69%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 53.2%

Protein: 11.6%

Carbs: 35.1%