SWEET ONION RICE BAKE

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You'd be hard-pressed to find me serving a different rice dish at Easter. Guests have come to expect this rich and creamy, comforting casserole every year...and I'm happy to oblige!-Carol Weber, Cedar Bluffs, Nebraska

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 1h35m

Yield 18 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

1-1/2 cups uncooked basmati rice
3 pounds sweet onions, chopped
1/2 cup butter
2 cups shredded Swiss cheese
1 cup heavy whipping cream
2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon white pepper
1/4 teaspoon paprika

Steps:

Cook rice according to package directions. , Meanwhile, preheat oven to 325°. In a large skillet, cook onions in butter over medium heat 15-20 minutes or until onions are golden brown, stirring frequently., In a large bowl, combine cheese, cream, parsley, salt, pepper, rice and onions. Transfer to a greased 13x9-in. baking dish; sprinkle with paprika. Bake 45-50 minutes or until golden brown.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 227 calories, Fat 14g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 42mg cholesterol, Sodium 206mg sodium, Carbohydrate 21g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 6g protein.