Are you looking for a flavorful and satisfying dish that combines the tanginess of tomatoes with the creamy richness of cheddar cheese? Look no further than tomato rice with crispy cheddar! This delectable dish promises an explosion of flavors and textures that will tantalize your taste buds. With a few simple ingredients and easy-to-follow steps, you can create a meal that is perfect for busy weeknights, cozy weekend brunches, or even special occasions.
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TOMATO RICE WITH CRISPY CHEDDAR
I could use all sorts of fancy words to explain this dish, but the best description is this: pizza in rice form. The inspiration for the recipe, though, is oddly enough not Italian -- it's a hybrid of a classic South Indian tomato rice with onions and a shockingly fantastic Spanish rice recipe my mom and I photocopied out of my seventh-grade Spanish textbook for a school project. The crispy, bubbly, broiled cheddar topping (use the sharpest white cheddar you can find!) adds a little somethin' somethin', making it a worthy dinner party dish. Mackenzie Kelley, the lovely photographer of my cookbook "Indian-ish," called it "even better than pizza" (!!!!).
Provided by Priya Krishna
Categories main-dish
Time 25m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Adjust an oven rack to the highest position and preheat the oven to 500 degrees F.
- In a large pan over medium-high heat, warm the oil. Once the oil begins to shimmer, add the onion and chile, spread them out in an even layer in the pan, and cook until the onion becomes translucent and starts to lightly char, 5 to 7 minutes.
- Increase the heat to high and add the tomatoes, using the back of a spoon to lightly crush them. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the tomatoes break down into a chunky sauce, 5 to 6 minutes, then add the salt.
- Put the cooked rice in an 8-inch square (or similar size) baking dish, then fold in the tomato sauce. (You can also do the folding in a separate bowl and then transfer the rice to the baking dish, if you doubt your ability to not spill rice and sauce everywhere.) Evenly distribute the grated cheese over the top.
- Switch the oven to broil and place the baking dish on the top oven rack. Broil for about 3 minutes, until the top bubbles and turns golden brown. Serve immediately.
TOMATO RICE WITH CRISPY CHEDDAR
I could use all sorts of fancy words to explain this dish, but the best description is this: pizza in rice form. The inspiration for the recipe, though, is oddly enough not Italian - it's a hybrid of a classic South Indian tomato rice with onions and a shockingly fantastic Spanish rice recipe my mom and I photocopied out of my seventh-grade Spanish textbook for a school project. The crispy, bubbly, broiled Cheddar topping (use the sharpest white Cheddar you can find!) adds a little something something, making it a worthy dinner party dish.
Provided by Priya Krishna
Categories grains and rice, side dish
Time 20m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Adjust an oven rack to the highest position and heat the oven to 500 degrees.
- In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat the oil over medium-high. When the oil begins to shimmer, add the onion and chile, spread them out in an even layer and cook, stirring occasionally, until the onion becomes translucent and starts to lightly char, 5 to 7 minutes.
- Increase the heat to high and add the tomatoes, using the back of a wooden spoon to lightly crush them. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the tomatoes break down into a chunky sauce, 5 to 6 minutes. Add the salt and remove from heat.
- Stir in the cooked rice and transfer to an 8-inch square (or similar size) baking dish. Sprinkle the grated cheese on top in an even layer.
- Switch the oven to broil and place the baking dish on the oven rack closest to the broiler. Broil until the top bubbles and turns golden brown, about 3 minutes. Serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 377, UnsaturatedFat 9 grams, Carbohydrate 44 grams, Fat 17 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 12 grams, SaturatedFat 7 grams, Sodium 665 milligrams, Sugar 7 grams, TransFat 0 grams
TOMATO RICE WITH CRISPY CHEDDAR RECIPE
I could use all sorts of fancy words to explain this dish, but the best description is this: pizza in rice form The inspiration for the recipe, though, is oddly enough not Italian - it's a hybrid of a classic South Indian tomato rice with onions and a shockingly fantastic Spanish rice recipe my mom and I photocopied out of my seventh-grade Spanish textbook for a school project The crispy, bubbly, broiled Cheddar topping (use the sharpest white Cheddar you can find!) adds a little something something, making it
Provided by @MakeItYours
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Adjust an oven rack to the highest position and heat the oven to 500 degrees.
- In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat the oil over medium-high. When the oil begins to shimmer, add the onion and chile, spread them out in an even layer and cook, stirring occasionally, until the onion becomes translucent and starts to lightly char, 5 to 7 minutes.
- Increase the heat to high and add the tomatoes, using the back of a wooden spoon to lightly crush them. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the tomatoes break down into a chunky sauce, 5 to 6 minutes. Add the salt and remove from heat.
- Stir in the cooked rice and transfer to an 8-inch square (or similar size) baking dish. Sprinkle the grated cheese on top in an even layer.
- Switch the oven to broil and place the baking dish on the oven rack closest to the broiler. Broil until the top bubbles and turns golden brown, about 3 minutes. Serve immediately.
BAKED CHEDDAR AND TOMATO RICE
Make and share this Baked Cheddar and Tomato Rice recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Patchwork Dragon
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 1h
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Heat oven to 180c/160c fan/gas 4.
- Heat oil in a large flameproof casserole and cook onion and red pepper for about 5 mins until golden and softened.
- ~Add garlic and cook another minute.
- Stir in the rice and when fully coated with oil add the stock and tomatoes.
- Season.
- Bring to the boil and simmer for 5 minutes until almost all liquid has been absorbed.
- Scatter the cheese over, cover and bake in oven for about 30 minutes till rice is tender.
- Stand for 5 minutes before serving.
- For Vegetarian use the 1 liter vegetable stock not the Chicken stock.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 557.6, Fat 18.9, SaturatedFat 7.2, Cholesterol 33.9, Sodium 527.2, Carbohydrate 76, Fiber 2.8, Sugar 8.1, Protein 19.1
FRESH TOMATO SOUP WITH CRISPY CHEESE TOAST
We're doing a very fresh twist on the classic cream of tomato soup with a grilled cheese sandwich. Since we're using fresh tomatoes at their peak of vine-ripened goodness, this simple soup is going to be not quite, but almost, 100% tomato.
Provided by Chef John
Categories Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes Soup Recipes Vegetable Soup Recipes Tomato Soup Recipes
Time 1h10m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Remove cores from tomatoes and cut in half crosswise. Reserve until needed.
- Heat olive oil and butter in a saucepan over medium-high heat. Add garlic and anchovy and cook until garlic is sizzling in the hot fat, 45 seconds to 1 minute. Carefully add the tomatoes with their juices, salt, and red pepper flakes. Toss with a spoon every few minutes until the tomatoes release their liquid and start to break down.
- Once the tomatoes have softened and start to collapse, reduce heat to medium-low and cook, stirring occasionally, until the tomatoes have fallen apart and the soup resembles a coarse tomato sauce, about 45 minutes.
- Meanwhile, preheat the oven to 450 degrees F (230 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with foil or a silicone liner. Drizzle with 2 tablespoons olive oil.
- Place the bread slices on the prepared baking sheet. Top each slice with sliced basil, and then Cheddar cheese.
- Bake in the preheated oven until the cheese is well browned and crispy around the edges, 15 to 20 minutes. Let cool to room temperature.
- Remove soup from heat and pass through a mesh strainer into a bowl. Use the back of a ladle to push all the tomato mixture through. Discard the skins and seeds, which should be the only things left in the strainer.
- Transfer the strained tomato soup back into the saucepan and place back over medium-low heat. Continue cooking to thicken slightly, if desired, or simply bring back to a simmer and serve immediately with the cheese toasts.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 578.2 calories, Carbohydrate 36.8 g, Cholesterol 76 mg, Fat 41.5 g, Fiber 6 g, Protein 18.2 g, SaturatedFat 18.6 g, Sodium 1137.9 mg, Sugar 11.1 g
Tips:
- For the best flavor, use ripe, in-season tomatoes.
- If you don't have fresh tomatoes, you can use canned diced tomatoes.
- Be sure to drain the tomatoes well before adding them to the rice.
- Add a little bit of sugar to the sauce to help balance out the acidity of the tomatoes.
- Feel free to add other vegetables to the rice, such as chopped onions, bell peppers, or corn.
- Serve the rice with your favorite toppings, such as shredded cheese, sour cream, or salsa.
Conclusion:
Tomato rice with crispy cheddar is a quick and easy meal that is perfect for a weeknight dinner. The combination of tangy tomatoes, savory rice, and crispy melted cheese is sure to please everyone at the table. This dish is also very versatile, and you can easily add other vegetables or toppings to your liking. So next time you're looking for a simple but delicious meal, give tomato rice with crispy cheddar a try. You won't be disappointed!
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