1. Heat the olive oil in a saucepan and add the flour, whisking and cooking 1–2 minutes.
2. Slowly add the milk, whisking until smooth and creamy. Stir in the nutritional yeast, nutmeg, paprika, salt, and pepper.
3. Remove from the heat.
4. In a large bowl, mix the cooked rice, spinach, onion, garlic, the vegan cheese, and the béchamel cream that you just made. Stir until combined.
5. Spread the mixture into a baking dish. Top with the remaining vegan cheese and breadcrumbs. Dot the rice pulp on the top as a finishing layer.
6. Bake at 180°C (350°F) for 20–25 minutes, until the top is golden and slightly crisp.
7. Garnish with parsley or chives. Serve warm as a main or side.
Zero-Waste Mylky Tip:
If you have leftovers, don’t let them go to waste! Cut the chilled Rice Au Gratin into squares and pan-fry until golden on each side for a delicious crispy snack.