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baked broccoli cheesy rice

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Recipe by
Ellen Gwaltney Bales
@Starwriter
Indianapolis, IN

Another older recipe from my files. This is a great way to get kids to eat their vegetables--the broccoli is swimming in creamy cheese sauce. Recipe & photo: cinnamonspiceandeverythingnice.com 06-28-14

(1 rating)
yield 8 serving(s)
prep time 20 Min
cook time 30 Min
method Bake

Ingredients For baked broccoli cheesy rice

  • 4 Tbsp
    butter, plus more for greasing pan
  • 4 clove
    garlic, minced
  • 1/4 c
    all purpose flour
  • 2 c
    milk
  • 1 tsp
    dijon mustard
  • 1/2 tsp
    sea salt and a few cracks fresh black pepper
  • 2 1/2 c
    cheddar cheese, shredded
  • 1/3 c
    fresh parmesan cheese, shredded
  • 3 c
    cooked white or brown rice
  • 2-3 c
    cooked broccoli florets

How To Make baked broccoli cheesy rice

  • 1
    In a large saucepan melt the butter over low heat; add garlic and saute until fragrant. Whisk in flour and cook 3-4 minutes, whisking constantly. Slowly whisk in milk, mustard and season with salt and pepper, bring to a simmer 4 minutes, whisking occasionally. Add 2 cups of cheddar cheese and parmesan; stir until mostly melted; remove from heat.
  • 2
    Stir in rice and broccoli florets, pour into a greased 9x13-inch casserole dish. Sprinkle remaining 1/2 cup cheese over top.
  • 3
    Bake, uncovered, in a preheated 400º oven for 30 minutes or until bubbly and lightly golden on top. Allow to set 5 minutes before serving.
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