Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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6
servings
3 tbsp

olive oil

1 cup

shallot

finely chopped

2 cup

mushrooms

sliced

3 cup

long-grain rice

hot cooked

10 unit

frozen chopped spinach

thawed and drained

2 cup

smoked gouda cheese

shredded

0.75 cup

whipping cream

1 pinch

salt

1 pinch

pepper

Step 1
~5 min

Preheat broiler.

Step 2
~5 min

Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.

Step 3
~5 min

Add finely chopped shallot and sliced mushrooms to the skillet.

Step 4
~5 min

Saute for about 6 to 8 minutes, or until tender.

Step 5
~5 min

Add hot cooked long-grain rice, thawed and drained frozen chopped spinach, 1 1/4 cup of shredded smoked gouda cheese, and whipping cream to the skillet.

Step 6
~5 min

Stir until the cheese melts and the mixture is heated through.

Step 7
~5 min

Pour the mixture into a lightly greased 2 qt casserole dish.

Step 8
~5 min

Sprinkle the remaining shredded smoked gouda cheese over the top.

Step 9
~5 min

Broil for about 2 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

For a crispier top, add breadcrumbs before broiling.

Add a pinch of nutmeg to the cream sauce for extra flavor.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be assembled ahead of time and baked later.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve as a side dish or main course.

Pair with a green salad.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Roasted chicken
Green salad

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

American

Cultural Significance

Comfort food

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Thanksgiving
Christmas

Occasion Tags

Dinner
Holiday
Potluck

Popularity Score

75/100

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