Sage and Parmesan Rice
Elevate your side dish game with this luxurious Sage and Parmesan Rice, a quick and easy recipe that’s bursting with flavor and sophistication. Perfectly toasted long-grain white rice is gently simmered in rich chicken or vegetable broth, then finished with creamy Parmesan cheese for a velvety texture. Aromatic sage leaves are sautéed until golden and crispy, adding a bold herbal note that beautifully complements the mild nuttiness of the rice. With just a handful of kitchen staples like garlic, butter, and black pepper, this dish is a comforting yet refined addition to any meal. Garnish with fresh parsley and the crispy sage for a presentation that’s as stunning as its taste. Ready in just 30 minutes, this Parmesan sage rice is an ideal side for roasted meats, seasonal veggies, or as a stand-alone vegetarian delight!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 8 leaves fresh sage leaves
- 2 cloves garlic cloves
- 1 cup long-grain white rice
- 2 cups chicken broth or vegetable broth
- 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
Instructions
Heat a medium-sized saucepan over medium heat and add the butter and olive oil.
Once the butter has melted, add the sage leaves and sauté them until crispy, about 2 minutes. Remove the sage leaves and set them aside on a paper towel.
In the same saucepan, reduce the heat slightly and add the minced garlic. Sauté for 30 seconds to 1 minute, being careful not to let it burn.
Add the rice to the pan and stir to coat the grains in the butter and oil mixture. Toast the rice for about 2-3 minutes until it becomes slightly translucent.
Pour in the broth and stir well. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and cover the pan with a tight-fitting lid.
Allow the rice to simmer for 15-18 minutes, or until the liquid is fully absorbed and the rice is tender.
Once the rice is cooked, turn off the heat and let it sit, covered, for 5 minutes to allow the steam to finish cooking the grains.
Gently stir in the grated Parmesan cheese, salt, and black pepper until well combined and creamy.
Transfer the rice to a serving dish and garnish it with the crispy sage leaves and optional chopped parsley for a burst of freshness.
Serve warm and enjoy this aromatic and cheesy dish as a side or a main course!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
803 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 51.0 g | 65% | |
| Saturated Fat | 23.3 g | 116% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 106 mg | 35% | |
| Sodium | 3732 mg | 162% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 62.6 g | 23% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.4 g | 9% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.3 g | ||
| Protein | 25.5 g | 51% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 518 mg | 40% | |
| Iron | 3.9 mg | 22% | |
| Potassium | 229 mg | 5% | |
*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.
