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This baked rice and vegetable casserole combines a creamy rice layer with flavorful vegetables, topped with mozzarella and baked to perfection. It’s a simple and hearty dish that’s perfect for a family meal.
Preparation Time:
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 45 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
Ingredients:
For the Rice Layer:
1 cup rice
Water (for boiling the rice)
Salt (to taste)
3 eggs
1 tsp sugar
1 cup milk
½ cup warm water
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 oz (28g) melted butter
Vegetable oil (for greasing the pan)
For the Vegetable Sauce:
1 onion, diced
2 tbsp vegetable oil
2 bell peppers, diced
1 carrot, grated
1 cup tomato puree
Salt (to taste)
Pepper (to taste)
For Assembly:
2-3 tbsp mayonnaise
100 g (3.5 oz) pizza mozzarella, shredded
Fresh dill and green onion (for garnish)
Instructions:
Prepare the Rice Layer:
Rinse the rice under cold water until the water runs clear.
In a pot, bring water to a boil, add a pinch of salt, and boil the rice for about 10 minutes until tender. Drain and set aside.
Make the Egg Mixture:
In a bowl, whisk together 3 eggs, 1 tsp of sugar, a pinch of salt, 1 cup of milk, ½ cup of warm water, and 1 cup of flour.
Add the melted butter to the mixture and whisk until smooth. This will be your rice base.
Assemble the Rice Layer:
In a large bowl, combine the boiled rice with the egg mixture, mixing until well combined.
Pour this mixture into a greased baking dish, spreading it out evenly.
Prepare the Vegetable Sauce:
Heat 2 tbsp of vegetable oil in a pan over medium heat. Add the diced onion and cook until softened.
Add the diced bell peppers and cook for another 5 minutes.
Stir in the grated carrot and cook for 2-3 minutes.
Pour in the tomato puree, add salt and pepper to taste, and let the mixture cook for 5-7 minutes, allowing the flavors to blend.
Layer the Casserole:
Spread a thin layer of the prepared vegetable sauce over the rice base in the baking dish.
Drizzle 2-3 tbsp of mayonnaise over the top for added creaminess.
Add the Cheese and Bake:
Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella evenly over the casserole.
Bake in a preheated oven at 180°C (350°F) for 15-20 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and golden brown.
Garnish and Serve:
Once baked, remove the casserole from the oven and garnish with fresh dill and chopped green onions.
Serve hot, and enjoy!
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