Confetti Rice is a flavorful baked rice dish enhanced with vibrant vegetables, crunchy almonds, and a savory consommé base. Its name comes from the colorful mix of onions, carrots, and celery that bring brightness and texture to the dish. Perfect as a side for roasted meats, poultry, or seafood, this vintage recipe offers a simple yet elegant way to elevate rice into something memorable. The buttery richness combined with tender long-grain rice makes this a comforting yet sophisticated accompaniment for everyday dinners or holiday meals.
Ingredients
- ¼ cup butter ( or margarine, melted)
- 1¼ cups long-grain rice (uncooked)
- 21 oz consommé (or broth)
- ¾ cup green onions (chopped )
- ¾ cup carrots (chopped )
- ¾ cup celery (chopped )
- ¼ cup almonds (sliced )
Optional:
- ½ cup shredded cheese (for garnish)
- ½ tsp salt (depending on consommé saltiness)
Instructions
Step 1: Preheat Oven
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
Step 2: Sauté Rice
- In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat.
- Add the uncooked rice and sauté for about 5 minutes, stirring frequently until lightly golden.
Step 3: Combine Liquids
- Add consommé and bouillon to the skillet.
- Bring the mixture to a gentle boil.
Step 4: Bake the Rice
- Pour the rice mixture into a baking dish.
- Cover tightly with foil and bake for 30 minutes at 375°F.
Step 5: Add Vegetables & Almonds
- Remove from oven and stir in the chopped green onions, carrots, celery, and sliced almonds.
- Return to the oven for 10 more minutes, or until rice is tender and liquid is fully absorbed.
Step 6: Serve
- Fluff the rice with a fork.
- Garnish with shredded cheese if desired and serve hot.
Tips
- Substitute margarine for butter as written if you prefer dairy-free.
- Use slivered or sliced almonds depending on desired crunch.
- Add a handful of peas or diced bell pepper for even more “confetti” color.
- If rice begins to dry, add a splash of broth during baking.
- Brown the almonds lightly in a skillet for extra toasted flavor.
- Replace consommé with chicken or vegetable broth if preferred.
- Serve with roasted chicken, pork chops, or baked fish as a side dish.
- Make ahead and reheat gently with a few tablespoons of added broth.
- For less richness, reduce butter slightly.
- Dice vegetables finely so they cook through during the brief bake time.
Nutrition
Calories: 260kcalCarbohydrates: 36gProtein: 5gFat: 11gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 380mgPotassium: 210mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 45IUVitamin C: 7mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 1.5mg
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