Savory Mushroom Rice (Print Version)

Ingredients:

01 - 1 cup uncooked long grain white rice.
02 - 10 ounce can condensed French onion soup.
03 - 10 ounce can beef consommé.
04 - 8 ounces fresh button or cremini mushrooms, sliced thin.
05 - 1/4 cup butter, cut into several slices.
06 - 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce.
07 - 3 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese (optional).

Instructions:

01 - Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C). Coat an 8×8-inch baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
02 - In the prepared baking dish, combine the uncooked rice, French onion soup, beef consommé, sliced mushrooms, and Worcestershire sauce. Mix well to combine.
03 - Evenly place the slices of butter over the top of the rice mixture.
04 - Cover the dish tightly with foil and transfer to the preheated oven. Bake for 40 minutes.
05 - Remove the foil and sprinkle with the grated Parmesan cheese (if using). Place back in the oven, uncovered, for an additional 20 minutes.
06 - Let the dish stand for 2-3 minutes, then fluff the rice with a fork. Serve hot and enjoy!.

Notes:

01 - A rich and flavorful side dish, perfect for complementing a variety of main courses. The combination of mushrooms, beef consommé, and French onion soup adds depth and complexity to the dish.