Cheesy Broccoli Rice Casserole 🥦
Fluffy rice and tender broccoli baked in a rich cheddar sauce with a golden top, comfort food that sneaks in the greens.
Ingredients (serves 6)
- 1.5 cups rice
- 1 head broccoli
- 3 tbsp butter
- 3 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 2.5 cups milk
- 3 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 onion
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 cup panko
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- 1
Cook the rice according to package directions and heat the oven to 375°F.
- 2
Cut the broccoli into small florets and steam or microwave until just tender, about 3 minutes.
- 3
Dice the onion and cook it in the butter in a saucepan over medium heat until soft, about 4 minutes, then whisk in the flour and cook 1 minute.
- 4
Gradually whisk in the milk, simmer until thickened, then stir in 2 cups of cheddar, the salt, and garlic powder off the heat.
- 5
Fold the rice and broccoli into the sauce, spread in a 9x13 dish, and top with the remaining cheddar and panko.
- 6
Bake until bubbling and golden on top, about 20 minutes, then rest 5 minutes before scooping.
