ZARELA'S FAMOUS CREAMY RICE CASSEROLE FROM AARON SANCHEZ
I love Aaron Sanchez. He is one of my favorite TV chefs. He runs a number of restaurants. The one he runs with his mother is called Zarela's, his mother's first name. He was on a show called, "The Best Thing I Ever Ate" with his mother. His choice was Zarela's creamy, cheesy rice dish. This is what Zarela wrote after the show. I am posting it here so I don't lose the recipe. "I was just on the Food Network show The Best Thing I Ever Ate with my son, chef and Food Network star, Aaron Sanchez and within minutes viewers were going to my web site www.zarela.com, signing up for updates and writing me to share the recipe. Thank you very much for your interest and I hope you enjoy our famous creamy rice casserole. This is a superior party dish that can be easily pre-assembled and reheated just prior to serving. This is why it is high on the list of all caterers in Northern Mexico, myself included. What makes it a favorite of all eaters is that it has layers of flavors - creamy and hot, crunchy corn kernels, and the cilantro adds a refreshing after-taste."
Provided by Felina
Categories White Rice
Time 1h15m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Bring water to a boil and add butter and salt. When the butter is melted add the rice and bring back to a boil. Lower the heat to very low and cover the rice with a tight-fitting lid and cook for 25 to 30 minutes, Take rice out of the saucepan and spread on a baking sheet to cool or allow to cool in the pan uncovered.
- Meanwhile, combine the sour cream with the 1/4 cup chopped onion and cilantro and add salt to taste.
- Heat the lard in a frying pan and add the 1/2 cup chopped onion and garlic.
- Dice the poblanos and add to pan when the onion is wilted.
- Saute for one minute.
- Let cool and combine with the rice.
- Drain the can of corn well and add to the cool rice and poblano mixture.
- Add the sour cream mixture and mix in the grated cheese.
- Bake for 30 minutes or until heated through in a 350 degree oven.
- If using a Pyrex dish, the oven temperature should be 325 degrees.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 900.2, Fat 42.2, SaturatedFat 23.4, Cholesterol 103.2, Sodium 1600.3, Carbohydrate 106.2, Fiber 5.3, Sugar 10.2, Protein 27
ARROZ CON CREMA RICE WITH SOUR CREAM
i saw this on the food net work, the best thing ive ever eaten , as a great side dish from mexico and thought i would like to try it so i went and found a recipe for it the sour cream needs overnight mingling
Provided by Dienia B.
Time P1DT1h
Yield 12 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- the day before make up the prepared sour cream.
- by combining all ingredients.
- for the rice
- bring water butter and salt to a boil.
- add rice
- reduce heat to very low cover
- cook 20 minutes
- put into lARGE BOWL
- COOL
- preheat oven to 350 degrees
- heat oil in skillet add onion and garlic.
- then add chillis stir 1 minute.
- when wilted
- cool.
- combine with rice
- mix in corn thats been thawed
- add 1 1/2 cups sour cream mixture
- and cheese jack chhese or mexican white cheese.
- pour mixture in 9x13 baking pan and bake through about 30 minutes dont brown it.
CREAMY RICE CASSEROLE
Provided by Elaine Louie
Categories dinner, lunch
Time 1h30m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Preheat oven broiler. In a small saucepan, bring 2 cups water to a boil and add butter and salt. When the butter is melted, add rice and return to a boil. Reduce heat to very low, cover rice with a tight-fitting lid, and cook 25 to 30 minutes. Spread rice on a baking sheet to cool. (To cool quickly, put the rice on the baking sheet in the freezer for 10 to 15 minutes, stirring every five minutes.)
- Place poblano on a broiling pan about 2 inches from the broiler. Using a pair of tongs, turn poblano every 3 to 5 minutes, until blistered all over, about 15 minutes. (Alternatively, the poblano may be roasted directly over a gas flame, turning every minute until blistered all over, 3 to 5 minutes.) Transfer to a paper bag and allow to cool. Reduce oven to 350 degrees.
- When the poblano is cool enough to handle, gently scrape away blistered outer skin and discard the top. Slice open lengthwise and gently scrape away and discard seeds. Slice lengthwise in quarter-inch strips, and cut cross-wise into quarter-inch dice. In a small bowl, combine the sour cream, 1/8 cup chopped onion, and chopped cilantro. Season with salt to taste.
- In a skillet over medium heat, heat vegetable oil until shimmering. Add 1/4 cup chopped onion and garlic. Sauté until translucent, 1 to 2 minutes. Add diced poblano and sauté 1 minute, then remove from heat and transfer to a casserole or clay pot. Add the rice, corn, and peas. Toss lightly. Add sour cream mixture and grated cheese. Mix lightly but thoroughly. Cover the casserole or clay pot with a lid or foil; if using a Pyrex casserole, reduce oven temperature to 325 degrees. Bake until thoroughly heated, about 30 minutes. Serve with a green salad, if desired.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 456, UnsaturatedFat 9 grams, Carbohydrate 52 grams, Fat 22 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 13 grams, SaturatedFat 10 grams, Sodium 419 milligrams, Sugar 4 grams, TransFat 0 grams
CREAMY RICE CASSEROLE
A simple and flavorful rice side dish from the Border Cookbook, posted for ZWT 3, Mexico. Prep time does not include time needed to cook rice.
Provided by pattikay in L.A.
Categories Rice
Time 45m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- preheat oven to 350. grease a baking dish.
- warm the butter in a skillet over medium heat.
- add the onion and saute till soft. stir in the corn and chile and cook for about 5 minutes.
- transfer the corn and chile mixture to a large bowl.
- stir in the rice and remaining ingredients.
- spoon the mixture into the baking dish and bake, covered for 25 minutes.
- uncover and bake for 5 minutes more.
- serve warm.
CREAMY RICE CASSEROLE
Make and share this Creamy Rice Casserole recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Boo Chef in West Te
Categories Rice
Time 45m
Yield 1 caserole, 8-10 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Place oven rack in middle position Heat oven to 400 degrees. Melt 2 tablespoons of butter. Process melted butter and bread in food processor until coarse crumbs form, about 6 pulses.
- Melt remaining butter in large Dutch oven over medium heat. Add onion & salt -cook until the onion is very soft and lightly browned, about 9 minutes. Stir in the garlic & cook until fragrant, about 15 seconds. Stir in the flour to coat the vegetables. Slowly whisk in the broth, milk, and water. Bring to a simmer, whisking often.
- Stir in the rice, pepper, & cayenne - bring to a boil. Cover & reduce heat to low. Cook, stirring every 5 minutes, until the rice is tender, 20 to 25 minutes.
- Off the heat, stir in the cheddar. Pour the rice mixture into a 9 by 13-inch baking dish and sprinkle with the breadcrumbs. Bake until the topping is browned and the casserole is bubbling, 20 to 25 minutes. Cool for 10 minutes. Serve with the lemon wedges and Tabasco.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 584, Fat 23.6, SaturatedFat 14.2, Cholesterol 64.9, Sodium 643.2, Carbohydrate 72.4, Fiber 1.5, Sugar 8, Protein 19.8
ARROZ CREMOSO (CREAMY RICE CASSEROLE)
OK, this recipe is from Brazil, but it's not what I would call "typical"--sorry... But it is delicious and easy to make. You can use any kind of rice you like, by the way. And as we say in Portuguese: "Bom apetite!"
Provided by EURrosa1
Categories Spinach
Time 15m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- SAUCE: mix all ingredients.
- Mix rice, ham and cheese and put in a buttered glass casserole. Pour sauce over it, being sure to cover the rice thoroughly.
- Bake it in a 350 F oven for about 10-15 minutes, just enough time to be sure the cheese has melted.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 683, Fat 34.9, SaturatedFat 17.9, Cholesterol 311, Sodium 372.5, Carbohydrate 56.8, Fiber 0.6, Sugar 0.7, Protein 32.8
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What is Arroz Cremoso Creamy Rice Casserole?
Arroz cremoso, also known as creamy rice casserole, is a popular Latin American dish that is typically made with rice, cheese, cream, and a combination of vegetables and/or meats. The dish is baked in the oven in a casserole dish until it is golden and crispy on top, while remaining creamy and soft on the inside.Ingredients
Some common ingredients involved in the preparation of arroz cremoso include:- Rice: Long grain white rice is typically used to make arroz cremoso, but it can also be made with other types of rice such as Arborio or Jasmine.
- Cheese: A combination of cheese is used to give arroz cremoso its unique flavor and texture. Commonly used cheeses include mozzarella, parmesan, and cheddar.
- Cream: Heavy cream or half-and-half is used to give the dish its signature creaminess and to help bind the ingredients together.
- Vegetables and Meats: The recipe can be customized with a variety of meats such as chicken, beef, or sausage and vegetables such as onions, peppers, and mushrooms.
- Spices: Spices such as salt, black pepper, cumin, and paprika are used to season the dish to taste.
Preparation
To make arroz cremoso, the rice is first cooked according to its instructions on the package. While the rice is cooking, the vegetables and meats are sautéed in a skillet until they are cooked through. Then, the cheese, cream, and spices are added to the skillet and mixed thoroughly with the vegetables and meats. Once the rice is fully cooked, it is added to the skillet mixture, and the resulting mixture is poured into a casserole dish. The dish is then baked in the oven until it is golden brown and crispy on top.Variations
Arroz cremoso is a versatile dish that can be customized in a variety of ways. Some variations of the dish include:- Seafood: Instead of meat, seafood such as shrimp or crab can be added to the dish for a different flavor profile.
- Beans: Adding beans such as black beans or kidney beans can provide added protein and fiber to the dish.
- Spice: For those who enjoy spice, adding jalapeños or chili powder can give the dish a spicy kick.
- Herbs: Adding herbs such as basil or parsley can give the dish a fresh flavor and aroma.