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Comforting Cheddar Broccoli Rice Casserole
A classic comfort food, this cheddar broccoli rice casserole is warm, creamy, and full of flavor. Made with a homemade cheese sauce, it's a simple and satisfying dish for any weeknight dinner.
👥 8 Servings⏱️ Prep & Cook: 50 min⏳ Prep: 15 min🔥 Cook: 35 min👤 Omar Villanueva📖 cookfastrecipes
🥘 Ingredients
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🍳 Cookware
- baking dish
- oven
- saucepan
- whisk
- bowl
📝 Preparation Steps
1
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13 inch baking dish. Blanch broccoli florets in boiling water for ⏱️ 2 minutes, then drain and rinse with cold water.
broccoli, cut into small florets5 cups
2
In a saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter. Whisk in the flour and cook for about ⏱️ 2 minutes, stirring constantly to form a roux.
3
Slowly pour in the milk while continuing to whisk. Add the mustard powder, paprika, onion powder, and garlic powder. Bring to a simmer and cook for ⏱️ 4 minutes until it thickens.
4
Remove the saucepan from the heat. Stir in 1 ½ cups of the shredded cheddar cheese and the softened cream cheese until the sauce is completely smooth. Season with salt and pepper.
cream cheese, softened3 ounces
5
In a large bowl, combine the cooked rice and blanched broccoli with the cheese sauce, mixing gently until everything is evenly coated.
broccoli, cut into small florets5 cups
6
Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish and spread evenly. Sprinkle the remaining 1 cup of cheddar cheese over the top.
7
Bake for 30 to ⏱️ 35 minutes, or until the casserole is bubbly and the cheese on top is golden brown. Let it rest for a few minutes before serving.
Nutrition Facts
calories
420 calories
fat Content
25g fat
serving Size
1 serving
fiber Content
3g fiber
sugar Content
5g sugar
sodium Content
450mg sodium
protein Content
16g protein
carbohydrate Content
32g carbs
saturated Fat Content
15g saturated fat
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