Savory Cheddar Cheese and Rice Cheesecake

Savory cheesecakes have been a popular dish in many cultures, including ancient Greece and Rome. They were often made with a combination of cheese, eggs, and various savory ingredients.

This is vegetarian, gluten free and high protein recipe. Dish can be prepared in 90 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 11.

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Savory Cheddar Cheese and Rice Cheesecake

Cooking Method: Baking, Sautéing Cuisine: American, International Courses: Lunch, Main Course, Savory Recipe Keys: Gluten Free High Protein Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 20 min Cook Time 40 min Rest Time 30 min Total Time 1 hr 30 mins

Servings: 8 Calories: 3200

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 2 cup Rice
• 1.5 cup Cheddar Cheese
• 4 large Eggs
• 1 cup Milk
• 1 medium Onion
• 2 clove Garlic
• 2 tablespoon Butter
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black Pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon Paprika
• 2 tablespoon Fresh Herbs (e.g. parsley, thyme)

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Cook the rice according to package instructions and set aside.
3. In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic, and sauté until softened.
4. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, salt, black pepper, and paprika.
5. Add the cooked rice, sautéed onion and garlic, grated cheddar cheese, and fresh herbs to the egg mixture. Stir well to combine.
6. Grease a 9-inch (23 cm) springform pan and pour the rice mixture into it.
7. Bake in the preheated oven for 40 minutes, or until the top is golden brown.
8. Remove from the oven and let it rest for 30 minutes before serving.
9. Serve the savory cheddar cheese and rice cheesecake warm or at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 8

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 400kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 20g31%

Total Carbohydrate 40g14%

Sugars 2g

Protein 15g30%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.