Parmesan Herbed Basmati Rice

Parmesan Herbed Basmati Rice is a flavorful and easy side dish that enhances any dinner. Made with brown basmati rice, fresh herbs, and grated Parmesan cheese, it offers a comforting yet elegant meal accompaniment.

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Course: Al La Carte, Side Dish

Cuisine: American, IItalian

Keyword: Best Basmati Brown Rice Recipes, Parmesan Herbed Basmati Brown Rice, Parmesan Herbed Rice

Prep Time: 2

Cook Time: 40

Resting Time:: 10

Total Time: 52

Servings: servings

Calories: 370kcal

Equipment

Ingredients

2 - 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
4 - 5 cloves fresh garlic peeled and grated (about 1 tablespoon)
1/2 cup mixed herbs parsley, thyme, basil and oregano
1 cup basmati brown rice rinsed thoroughly
1/2 - 3/4 teaspoons kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
2 cups chicken stock or vegetable stock
1 - 1 1/2 Tablespoons butter
3/4 - 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese

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Instructions

Heat the olive oil in a 2-quart saucepan. Use medium heat.
2 - 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
Add in the garlic and mixed herbs. Mix and cook 1 to 2 minutes. Lower the flame if needed.
4 - 5 cloves fresh garlic, 1/2 cup mixed herbs
Add in the basmati brown rice. Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper. Mix and cook 2 minutes.
1 cup basmati brown rice, 1/2 - 3/4 teaspoons kosher salt, 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
Pour in the stock. Bring to a boil. Cover, lower heat and simmer 30 minutes until the liquid is fully absorbed.
2 cups chicken stock
Turn off the flame. Add in the butter and use a fork to gently fluff until the butter is melted and fully incorporated.
1 - 1 1/2 Tablespoons butter
Add in the cheese and mix until the cheese has melted and fully incorporated. Cover and rest 10 minutes. Serve with your favorite entrée. Enjoy!
3/4 - 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese

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