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Mr. Food’S Southwestern Layered Rice

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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.
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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 4
Calories: 249.2
Dietary: Gluten-free
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
  • 3 cups Cooked rice
  • 2 cups Sour cream
  • 2 teaspoons Salt
  • 1 teaspoon Black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon Sugar
  • 1 cup Chopped scallions
  • 0.5 cups Bacon bits
  • 12 oz Shredded Cheddar cheese
Directions
  1. 1
    Preheat the oven to 425&# 194;°F (220°C).
  2. 2
    In a medium bowl, whisk together the sour cream, salt, black pepper, and sugar until smooth and well combined.
  3. 3
    In a separate large bowl, combine the shredded cheddar cheese, bacon bits, and chopped scallions.
  4. 4
    Spread one-third of the cooked rice evenly on the bottom of a 2-quart casserole dish.
  5. 5
    Spread half of the sour cream mixture over the first layer of rice.
  6. 6
    Sprinkle half of the cheese, bacon, and scallion mixture over the sour cream layer.
  7. 7
    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.
  8. 8
    Top with the final one-third of the rice and any remaining cheese if desired.
  9. 9
    Bake for 25 to 30 minutes, or until the casserole is hot throughout and the cheese is bubbly and slightly golden on top.
  10. 10
    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.

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