Ofenreis mit Zitrone und Thymian

Zutaten

• 2 cup long grain white rice (uncooked )
• 2 tbsp butter (cut into cubes)
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp dried thyme
• 1/2 tsp lemon, zested
• 1/4 tsp paprika
• 4 cup water (boiling )
• 2 tbsp parsley (chopped)
• black pepper

Zubereitung

1. 1

   Preheat the oven to 425°. Spray a 9x13-inch baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.

2. 2

   Place the rice in the pan in an even layer. Dot the top with butter. Sprinkle the salt, thyme, zest, and paprika over the top.

3. 3

   Pour the boiling water into the pan and cover it right away with heavy-duty foil. Seal the edges tightly.

4. 4

   Bake the rice for 20 minutes. Fluff the rice with a fork, tossing it with the fresh parsley. Adjust seasonings and serve.