This Southwestern Layered Rice is a comforting, crowd-pleasing side dish that brings bold flavors to your dinner table. It features fluffy cooked rice topped with a rich mixture of sour cream, sugar, salt, and pepper, then layered with sharp cheddar cheese, crispy bacon bits, and fresh scallions. Baked until bubbly and golden, the dish offers a perfect balance of creamy texture and savory crunch. It pairs wonderfully with grilled meats, tacos, or as a standalone vegetarian option if you omit the bacon. Simple to assemble with pantry staples, this recipe is ideal for busy weeknights, potlucks, or family gatherings where you want a delicious, no-fuss side that disappears quickly.
Mr. Food’S Southwestern Layered Rice
Description
This Southwestern Layered Rice is a comforting, crowd-pleasing side dish that brings bold flavors to your dinner table. It features fluffy cooked rice topped with a rich mixture of sour cream, sugar, salt, and pepper, then layered with sharp cheddar cheese, crispy bacon bits, and fresh scallions. Baked until bubbly and golden, the dish offers a perfect balance of creamy texture and savory crunch. It pairs wonderfully with grilled meats, tacos, or as a standalone vegetarian option if you omit the bacon. Simple to assemble with pantry staples, this recipe is ideal for busy weeknights, potlucks, or family gatherings where you want a delicious, no-fuss side that disappears quickly.Ingredients
Directions
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Preheat the oven to 425&# 194;°F (220ðC).
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In a medium bowl, whisk together the sour cream, salt, black pepper, and sugar until smooth and well combined.
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In a separate large bowl, combine the shredded cheddar cheese, bacon bits, and chopped scallions.
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Spread one-third of the cooked rice evenly on the bottom of a 2-quart casserole dish.
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Spread half of the sour cream mixture over the first layer of rice.
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Sprinkle half of the cheese, bacon, and scallion mixture over the sour cream layer.
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Repeat the layers: add another one-third of the rice, the remaining sour cream mixture, and the rest of the cheese, bacon, and scallion mixture.
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Top with the final one-third of the rice and any remaining cheese if desired.
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Bake for 25 to 30 minutes, or until the casserole is hot throughout and the cheese is bubbly and slightly golden on top.
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Let stand for 5 minutes before serving to allow the layers to set.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 4
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 249.2kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 22.8g36%
- Saturated Fat 14.4g72%
- Cholesterol 63.6mg22%
- Sodium 9779.1mg408%
- Total Carbohydrate 10.1g4%
- Dietary Fiber 0.3g2%
- Sugars 9.3g
- Protein 3.1g7%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
