Cheesy Rice Mushrooms and Peas
Indulge in a comforting, flavor-packed dish with this Cheesy Rice with Mushrooms and Peas recipe! Featuring tender long-grain white rice, earthy white button mushrooms, and vibrant green peas, this one-pan wonder is elevated with a luscious blend of melted cheddar and Parmesan cheeses. Cooked in rich vegetable broth and perfectly seasoned with aromatics like garlic and onion, every bite is creamy, savory, and utterly satisfying. Ready in just 35 minutes, this easy-to-make meal is ideal for busy weeknights or as a crowd-pleasing side dish. Garnish with fresh parsley for a pop of color and freshness, and enjoy a dish that blends wholesome ingredients with decadent, cheesy indulgence. Perfect for fans of quick comfort food recipes!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 small white onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 8 ounces white button mushrooms, sliced
- 1 cup long-grain white rice
- 2.5 cups vegetable broth
- 1 cup frozen peas
- 1.5 cups cheddar cheese, shredded
- 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Heat the butter and olive oil together in a large skillet or saucepan over medium heat.
Add the chopped onion and cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring frequently, until softened and translucent.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 30 seconds until fragrant.
Add the sliced mushrooms to the pan and sauté for 5-7 minutes, or until the mushrooms are tender and any released liquid has evaporated.
Stir in the rice and toast it for 1-2 minutes, stirring constantly to ensure even coating with the flavors in the pan.
Pour in the vegetable broth and bring to a gentle simmer. Lower the heat to medium-low, cover the pan, and cook for 15 minutes.
After 15 minutes, uncover the pan and stir in the frozen peas. Continue cooking for an additional 5 minutes, or until the rice is tender and most of the liquid is absorbed.
Turn off the heat and stir in the shredded cheddar cheese and grated Parmesan cheese until thoroughly combined and melted.
Season the dish with salt and black pepper to taste.
Garnish with fresh parsley, if desired, and serve warm.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
470 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 28.1 g | 36% | |
| Saturated Fat | 15.4 g | 77% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 70 mg | 23% | |
| Sodium | 1042 mg | 45% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 35.4 g | 13% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.4 g | 19% | |
| Total Sugars | 6.9 g | ||
| Protein | 22.7 g | 45% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.5 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 460 mg | 35% | |
| Iron | 1.9 mg | 11% | |
| Potassium | 655 mg | 14% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
