French Onion Soup Rice

 

Ingredients

• 6 tbsp. 

  butter

• 1 tbsp. 

  extra-virgin olive oil

• 2 

  large onions, divided (about 1 ½ lb.)

• 1 1/4 tsp. 

  kosher salt

• 6 

  cloves garlic, minced

• 1 tbsp. 

  fresh thyme leaves, plus more for garnish

• 1 tsp. 

  freshly ground black pepper

• 1/4 c. 

  white wine (optional)

• 2 c. 

  basmati rice, rinsed and drained

• 3 c. 

  low-sodium beef broth 

• Freshly shredded Gruyère, for serving

• Lemon wedges, for serving

Directions

1. Step 1In a large pot over medium heat, melt 3 tablespoons butter and olive oil. Add onions and salt and cook, stirring frequently, until caramelized, 35 to 40 minutes. Transfer to a bowl.
2. Step 2To pot, melt 1 more tablespoon of butter, then add garlic, thyme, and pepper and stir until fragrant, 1 minute. Add in wine and let cook until mostly evaporated.
3. Step 3Add remaining 2 tablespoons butter and let melt. Add in rice, stirring until grains are toasted, 3 to 4 minutes. Return ¾ of the caramelized onions to pot, reserving the rest for topping, and stir to combine. 
4. Step 4Stir in broth, bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and cover. Simmer until rice is tender, about 18 minutes. 
5. Step 5Remove from heat, and let covered pot stand for 5 minutes before removing the lid. Fluff rice gently with a fork.
6. Step 6Top with remaining caramelized onions, Gruyère, more thyme, and a squeeze of lemon, if desired, before serving.
• https://www.delish.com/cooking/recipe-ideas/a33984626/french-onion-rice-recipe/