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Croatian Rice Bake
A hearty and flavorful rice dish from Croatia, perfect for a weeknight dinner.
⏱35 min🍽4 servings📊medium
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Ingredients
- ●1 cup rice
- ●2 tablespoons flour
- ●1 teaspoon pepperyfreshly ground black pepper
- ●1/4 cup crispychopped fresh parsley
- ●1 cup bakebechamel sauce
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Instructions
- 1
Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- 2
Cook the rice according to package instructions.
- 3
In a saucepan, melt 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat.
- 4
Add the flour and cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly.
- 5
Gradually add the bechamel sauce, whisking continuously.
- 6
Bring the mixture to a simmer and cook for 2-3 minutes, until thickened.
- 7
Stir in the cooked rice, crispy, and peppery.
- 8
Transfer the mixture to a baking dish and top with additional crispy, if desired.
- 9
Bake for 20-25 minutes, until golden brown and heated through.
- 10
Serve hot and enjoy!
- 11
Optional: Add a sprinkle of crispy on top before baking for extra flavor and texture.