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Cheesy broccoli rice casserole with melted cheddar and broccoli florets in a baking dish

Cheesy Broccoli Rice Casserole


  • Author: Olivia
  • Total Time: 50 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x

Description

Cheesy broccoli rice casserole with cheddar. From Olivia at Flavors.


Ingredients

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  • 3 cups cooked long-grain white rice (from 1 cup / 185g dry)
  • 4 cups (about 12 ounces / 340g) broccoli florets, chopped small
  • 2 tablespoons (28g) butter
  • 2 tablespoons (16g) flour
  • 1 1/2 cups (360ml) milk
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 cups (226g) shredded sharp cheddar, divided
  • 1/2 cup (50g) grated Parmesan

Instructions

  1. Heat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 2-quart dish. Steam or microwave the broccoli 3 minutes until bright green. Drain well.
  2. Melt butter in a saucepan. Whisk in flour 1 minute. Whisk in milk until thick, 3 to 4 minutes. Season with garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Stir in 1 1/2 cups cheddar and the Parmesan.
  3. Fold in rice and broccoli. Spread in the dish. Top with remaining cheddar.
  4. Bake 20 to 25 minutes until bubbling. Rest 5 minutes.

Notes

Day-old rice is better than freshly steamed (less mush). Frozen broccoli works if you thaw and squeeze it dry.

  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Bake
  • Cuisine: American