Puffed Cheddar-Rice Casserole

Vegetarian
Health score
2%
Puffed Cheddar-Rice Casserole
15 min.
6
245kcal

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Looking for a delectable side dish that will impress your guests without overwhelming your schedule? Look no further than our Puffed Cheddar-Rice Casserole! This vegetarian delight combines the comforting flavors of sharp cheddar and fluffy rice into a savory, puffy masterpiece that's as pleasing to the eyes as it is to the palate.

Ready in just 15 minutes, this dish is perfect for any occasion, whether you're hosting a casual get-together or preparing an elegant dinner. With its beautiful golden-brown top and creamy interior, this casserole is sure to become a star at your table. The combination of fluffy egg whites, rich cheddar, and aromatic spices like paprika creates a symphony of flavors that will have everyone coming back for seconds!

Not only is this casserole delightful, but it also boasts a balanced nutritional profile, featuring 245 calories per serving, making it a guilt-free indulgence. With equal parts sophistication and comfort, our Puffed Cheddar-Rice Casserole serves as an excellent starter, snack, or side dish, ensuring there's something for every palate.

So gather your ingredients and prepare to impress with this quick and easy dish that brings together the best of vegetarian cooking! Your friends and family will be raving about it long after the last bite has been savored!

Ingredients

  • 1.5 cups rice white cooked
  • 0.3 teaspoon cream of tartar 
  • large eggs separated
  • tablespoons flour all-purpose
  • 0.8 cup milk 
  • 1.3 teaspoons paprika 
  • 0.3 teaspoon salt 
  • 1.5 cups sharp cheddar shredded
  • tablespoons butter unsalted

Equipment

  • bowl
  • sauce pan
  • oven
  • whisk
  • baking pan
  • hand mixer

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 350F. Butter a 3-quart round souffl or other baking dish.
  2. In a saucepan over medium heat, melt butter.
  3. Whisk in flour until smooth.
  4. Whisking constantly, slowly pour in milk and cook until thick and bubbling, about 3 minutes. Reduce heat to low and stir in cheese until melted; remove from heat.
  5. In a bowl, stir together egg yolks, salt and 1 tsp. paprika.
  6. Whisk in cheese sauce and rice. In another bowl, with an electric mixer on high speed, beat egg whites with cream of tartar until stiff but still glossy. Stir 1/4 of beaten egg whites into rice mixture to lighten, then gently fold in remaining egg whites. Spoon into prepared dish and dust with remaining 1/4 tsp. paprika.
  7. Bake until puffy, golden brown and just set in center, 45 to 50 minutes.
  8. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Calories245kcal
Protein18.91%
Fat53.91%
Carbs27.18%

Properties

Glycemic Index
44
Glycemic Load
14.77
Inflammation Score
-5
Nutrition Score
7.4317392473635%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:244.96kcal
12.25%
Fat:14.6g
22.47%
Saturated Fat:8.43g
52.71%
Carbohydrates:16.57g
5.52%
Net Carbohydrates:16.16g
5.88%
Sugar:1.79g
1.99%
Cholesterol:41.94mg
13.98%
Sodium:331.09mg
14.4%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:11.53g
23.06%
Selenium:17.28µg
24.69%
Calcium:245.44mg
24.54%
Phosphorus:186.96mg
18.7%
Vitamin B2:0.29mg
17.27%
Vitamin A:654.32IU
13.09%
Manganese:0.23mg
11.29%
Zinc:1.41mg
9.41%
Vitamin B12:0.49µg
8.2%
Magnesium:20.11mg
5.03%
Vitamin B5:0.46mg
4.58%
Potassium:152.46mg
4.36%
Vitamin B1:0.07mg
4.34%
Vitamin B6:0.09mg
4.33%
Vitamin D:0.57µg
3.83%
Folate:15.2µg
3.8%
Vitamin E:0.47mg
3.16%
Copper:0.05mg
2.57%
Vitamin B3:0.49mg
2.47%
Iron:0.41mg
2.28%
Fiber:0.4g
1.62%
Vitamin K:1.44µg
1.37%
Source:My Recipes