Best 4 Rice Crust For Casseroles Recipes

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Rice crust is a versatile dish that can be used as a base for casseroles, pizzas, and other baked dishes. It is made with cooked rice, eggs, and milk, and can be flavored with a variety of herbs, spices, and cheeses. Rice crust is a great way to use up leftover rice, and it is also a good source of protein, carbohydrates, and fiber. This article will provide you with the best recipe for rice crust, as well as some tips for making it the perfect addition to your next meal.

Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!

EASY RICE BAKE CASSEROLE



Easy Rice Bake Casserole image

Provided by Patrick and Gina Neely : Food Network

Categories     side-dish

Time 50m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 tablespoons butter, plus more for dish
1 small onion, minced
Pinch cayenne pepper
1 package frozen spinach, thawed, drained and chopped
1 cup milk
2 eggs
2 cups shredded sharp Cheddar, plus extra for top
4 cups cooked rice
1 teaspoon freshly chopped parsley leaves
1 teaspoon freshly chopped thyme leaves
1 teaspoon chopped basil leaves
Salt and freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Butter a large casserole dish.
  • In a large pan over medium-high heat, saute onions with 2 tablespoons of butter and cayenne until translucent. Add the spinach and cook for 3 minutes. Set aside.
  • In a large bowl, whisk together milk and eggs.
  • Add the cheese, rice, parsley, thyme, basil and spinach mixture and combine well. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Pour into prepared casserole dish and top with extra shredded cheese. Bake for 30 minutes and serve piping hot.

RICE-CRUST QUICHE



Rice-Crust Quiche image

My favorite room in our house is the kitchen, where I love to carry on the country cooking traditions passed down to me through my grandmother and mother. I also enjoy sewing and crafting with my daughters.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Breakfast     Brunch

Time 45m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

2-1/2 cups warm cooked rice
1/4 cup butter or margarine
1-1/2 cups finely chopped fully cooked ham
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1 cup shredded Swiss cheese
Several drops of hot pepper sauce
3 large eggs
1/2 cup whole milk
1/8 teaspoon paprika
1/8 teaspoon garlic powder
1/8 teaspoon onion powder
Chopped fresh parsley

Steps:

  • With the back of a spoon, press the rice into a greased 9-in. pie plate to form a crust. Drizzle with butter. Bake at 350° for 3 minutes; remove from the oven. Combine ham, cheeses and hot pepper sauce; sprinkle over rice. Beat eggs, milk, paprika, garlic powder and onion powder; pour over ham over mixture. Sprinkle with parsley. Bake at 350° for 30 minutes or until a knife inserted in the center comes out clean. Let stand 5-10 minutes before cutting.

Nutrition Facts :

GROUND BEEF CASSEROLE WITH RICE



Ground Beef Casserole with Rice image

This ground beef casserole with rice is the perfect casserole for using whatever you have lying around in your fridge.

Provided by Jennifer Shymanski

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Casserole Recipes     Rice

Time 1h25m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 pound lean ground beef
1 medium green bell pepper, diced
1 medium tomato, chopped
4 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
1 (28 ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained
1 tablespoon minced onion
1 teaspoon minced garlic
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon dried basil
salt and ground black pepper to taste
2 cups cooked rice
½ cup shredded Cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook and stir ground beef in the hot skillet until browned and crumbly, 5 to 7 minutes. Add bell pepper, tomato, and Worcestershire sauce. Cook and stir until pepper has slightly softened, about 5 minutes. Strain 1/2 of the liquid from the canned diced tomatoes into the mixture.
  • Stir diced tomatoes, onion, garlic, oregano, basil, salt, and pepper into the ground beef mixture. Simmer until some of the liquid has reduced, about 10 minutes. Add rice and mix well. Transfer to a casserole dish and sprinkle Cheddar cheese on top.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until filling is heated through and cheese is melted, about 45 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 230.2 calories, Carbohydrate 17.8 g, Cholesterol 48.6 mg, Fat 10 g, Fiber 1.6 g, Protein 15.4 g, SaturatedFat 4.6 g, Sodium 346.7 mg, Sugar 4.2 g

SUMMER BEEF-AND-RICE CASSEROLE



Summer Beef-and-Rice Casserole image

This quick-cooking casserole has a rich beef-and-rice filling, a colorful layer of zucchini, and a crisp breadcrumb topping. (Save even more time by using the sauce from Gnocchi with Quick Meat Sauce.)

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Main Dish Recipes     Casserole Recipes

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 8

1/2 cup fresh breadcrumbs
1/4 cup grated Parmesan (1 ounce)
2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
5 cups reserved Quick Meat Sauce (from Gnocchi with Quick Meat Sauce)
1/2 cup long-grain white rice
1/2 medium yellow onion, thinly sliced lengthwise
2 zucchini or summer squash, very thinly sliced
Salt and pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 475 degrees. Combine breadcrumbs, Parmesan, and 1 tablespoon oil. In a large cast-iron skillet, bring meat sauce to a rapid simmer over high. Stir in rice and remove from heat. Top with onion, then carefully arrange zucchini in a single, slightly overlapping layer. Season with salt and pepper, drizzle with remaining tablespoon oil, and top with breadcrumb mixture. Return to heat and bring to a simmer. Cover with foil and bake 10 minutes. Remove foil and bake until rice is cooked through and breadcrumbs are golden, about 10 minutes more. Let cool 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 652 g, Fat 38 g, Fiber 4 g, Protein 37 g, SaturatedFat 14 g

Tips:

  • Use cold, cooked rice for the crust. This will help it hold its shape better.
  • Pack the rice mixture firmly into the casserole dish. This will help prevent it from falling apart.
  • Bake the rice crust for at least 30 minutes, or until it is golden brown and crispy.
  • Let the rice crust cool slightly before filling it with your favorite casserole ingredients.
  • Serve the casserole immediately, or store it in the refrigerator for later.

Conclusion:

A rice crust is a delicious and versatile way to add a crispy, flavorful base to your favorite casseroles. It is easy to make and can be customized to your liking. Whether you are looking for a simple and classic rice crust or something more flavorful and unique, there is a recipe in this article that is sure to please. So next time you are making a casserole, don't forget to try a rice crust. You won't be disappointed!

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