Brazilian recipe
Parmigiana-Style Baked Rice
A practical and comforting take on baked rice, combining cooked grains with an aromatic tomato sauce and a generous layer of melted ham and cheese.
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Ingredients
2 cups of rice
4 cups of water
2 chicken stock cubes
3 peeled tomatoes
1 tablespoon of tomato paste
2 eggs
3 tablespoons of grated cheese
100g of chopped ham
100g of chopped mozzarella
4 cups of water
2 chicken stock cubes
3 peeled tomatoes
1 tablespoon of tomato paste
2 eggs
3 tablespoons of grated cheese
100g of chopped ham
100g of chopped mozzarella
Where to find ingredients
Find fresh produce and staples at local grocers or major supermarkets like Choppies or Pick n Pay. Use processed mozzarella and deli ham available at the chilled meat section.
Preparation method
- Dissolve one of the chicken stock cubes in a small amount of hot water.
- Place the peeled tomatoes, tomato paste, and the dissolved stock into a blender.
- Blend until you achieve a smooth sauce.
- Cook the rice in a pot with the 4 cups of water and the remaining stock cube for 15 minutes.
- Lightly beat the eggs in a bowl.
- Mix the grated cheese, chopped ham, and chopped mozzarella into the bowl with the eggs.
- Incorporate this mixture into the hot, freshly cooked rice.
- Spread a portion of the tomato sauce over the bottom of a baking dish.
- Evenly spread the rice mixture over the sauce.
- Cover the surface of the dish with the remaining tomato sauce.
- Place in a preheated oven at 180°C for 10 to 15 minutes, until gratinated.
Observations
This recipe is the perfect solution for turning leftover rice into a special one-dish meal. The result is a creamy, golden-baked creation, ideal for family lunches or dinners.
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