🧀 Cheesy Bacon & Veggie Rice Slice
📝 Description
This savory baked slice combines fluffy rice, crispy bacon, colorful vegetables, and melted cheese into one satisfying dish. It’s slightly crispy on the outside, soft and cheesy inside, and easy to cut into squares—great for meal prep or feeding a crowd.
🛒 Ingredients (Serves 6–8)
- 3 cups cooked rice (cooled)
- 6 strips bacon (cooked and chopped)
- 1 cup mixed vegetables (carrots, peas, corn, capsicum)
- 1 small onion (finely chopped)
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- ½ cup mozzarella cheese
- 4 large eggs
- ½ cup milk
- 2 tbsp olive oil or butter
- Salt & black pepper to taste
- ½ tsp paprika or chili flakes (optional)
- 2 tbsp chopped parsley or green onions
🔪 Instructions
- Preheat Oven
- Set to 180°C (350°F).
- Grease or line a baking dish.
- Cook Bacon & Veggies
- In a pan, cook bacon until crispy. Remove and set aside.
- In the same pan, sauté onion, garlic, and vegetables until soft.
- Mix Base
- In a large bowl, combine cooked rice, bacon, sautéed veggies, and cheese.
- Prepare Egg Mixture
- Whisk eggs, milk, salt, pepper, and paprika.
- Combine
- Pour egg mixture into the rice mix and stir well.
- Bake
- Transfer to baking dish and spread evenly.
- Bake for 30–35 minutes until set and golden on top.
- Cool & Slice
- Let it rest for 10 minutes, then cut into squares.
❓ Q & A
Q: Can I make it without bacon?
Yes! Replace with mushrooms or cooked chicken for a different flavor.
Q: Which rice works best?
Day-old rice works best because it’s less sticky.
Q: Can I freeze it?
Yes, slice and freeze for up to 1 month. Reheat in oven or microwave.
Q: How to make it healthier?
Use brown rice, low-fat cheese, and add more vegetables.
Q: Can I cook this in an air fryer?
Yes, in a smaller pan at 170°C for about 20–25 minutes.