Brazilian recipe
Parmesan Rice Bake
A practical and comforting rice bake, combining cooked rice 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 bouillon cubes
3 peeled tomatoes
1 tablespoon of tomato paste
2 eggs
3 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
100 g chopped ham
100 g chopped mozzarella
4 cups of water
2 chicken bouillon cubes
3 peeled tomatoes
1 tablespoon of tomato paste
2 eggs
3 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
100 g chopped ham
100 g chopped mozzarella
Where to find ingredients
Rice, water, chicken bouillon cubes, peeled tomatoes, tomato paste, eggs, grated Parmesan cheese, chopped ham, and chopped mozzarella are widely available at most supermarkets in the dried goods, dairy, or deli sections. For a more authentic flavor, consider visiting Latin or international food markets for specific tomato varieties or specialty cheeses.
Preparation method
- Dissolve one of the chicken bouillon cubes in a little hot water
- Place the peeled tomatoes, tomato paste, and dissolved bouillon in a blender
- Blend everything until a smooth sauce is obtained
- Cook the rice in a pot with the 4 cups of water and the other chicken bouillon cube for 15 minutes
- Lightly beat the eggs in a bowl
- Mix the grated Parmesan cheese, chopped ham, and mozzarella into the bowl with the eggs
- Incorporate this mixture into the still-hot cooked rice
- Spread a portion of the tomato sauce on the bottom of a baking dish
- Spread the rice mixture over the sauce
- Cover the surface of the dish with the remaining sauce
- Bake in a preheated oven at 180°C for 10 to 15 minutes until golden brown
Observations
This recipe is the perfect solution to transform leftover rice into a special one-dish meal. The result is a creamy, gratinated meal ideal for family lunches or dinners.
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