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Arroz con Queso

Cultural Context

Arroz con Queso, a beloved dish in Spain, showcases the country's fondness for rice and cheese. Traditionally enjoyed as a comforting meal, it often features regional cheeses and seasonal vegetables. This dish has inspired variations across Latin America, where it is celebrated for its creamy texture and rich flavors, making it a staple in many households.

SpanishESmain
45 min
medium
6 servings
Servings4
1.5 cups rice
1 cup queso fresco
1 cup queso costeño
1 cup mozzarella cheese
parmesan cheese
3 cups water
0.5 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon butter
1 cup milk
onion

cheese

🥗Healthier: nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: processed cheese

Nutritional yeast adds a cheesy flavor with fewer calories.

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Olive oil is healthier and adds a distinct flavor.

broth

🥗Healthier: water

💰Cheaper: water

Water can be used for a lighter version.

black pepper

1

Wash the rice thoroughly.

2

Add 1.5 cups of rice to the rice cooker with 3 cups of water and 0.5 teaspoon of salt.

3

Melt 1 tablespoon of butter in the rice cooker with the rice.

4

Mix the rice with the melted butter to coat it well.

5

Add 1 cup of milk to the rice and mix well for creaminess.

6

In a skillet, add the different types of cheese to make the cheese sauce.

7

Melt the cheese while mixing, adding a splash of water to help it melt faster.

8

Once the cheese is melted and creamy, combine it with the cooked rice and mix well.

9

Add additional parmesan cheese on top for extra creaminess.

10

Plate the rice and top with some chopped green onion.

Cooking Techniques

sautéingbaking

Equipment Needed

rice cookerskillet

Spice Level:

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Allergens

dairy

Also Known As

Rice with Cheese
Local Name: Arroz con Queso

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