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πŸ₯¦πŸš Broccoli Rice Casserole Recipe 🍚πŸ₯¦

September 16, 2024 by BMA24

This Broccoli Rice Casserole is a classic, comforting dish made with tender broccoli, creamy cheese sauce, and fluffy rice. It’s perfect as a side dish for a family dinner or as a main course when you’re craving something hearty and delicious!

πŸ“‹ Ingredients:

  • 2 cups cooked rice (white or brown) 🍚
  • 4 cups broccoli florets, steamed πŸ₯¦
  • 1 small onion, chopped πŸ§…
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced πŸ§„
  • 2 tablespoons butter 🧈
  • 1 can (10.5 oz) condensed cream of mushroom or cream of chicken soup 🍲
  • 1/2 cup sour cream πŸ₯›
  • 1/2 cup milk πŸ₯›
  • 1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese πŸ§€ (divided)
  • Salt and pepper to taste πŸ§‚
  • 1/4 teaspoon paprika (optional) 🌢️
  • 1/2 cup crushed Ritz crackers or breadcrumbs (optional) 🍞

πŸ“ Instructions:

1. Preheat the Oven:

  1. Preheat your oven:
  • Preheat the oven to 350Β°F (175Β°C) and lightly grease a 9Γ—13-inch baking dish.

2. Cook the Aromatics:

  1. SautΓ© onion and garlic:
  • In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and garlic, cooking until soft and fragrant, about 4-5 minutes.

3. Prepare the Casserole Mixture:

  1. Mix the base:
  • In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked rice, steamed broccoli, sautΓ©ed onion and garlic, condensed soup, sour cream, milk, and 1 cup of the shredded cheddar cheese. Season with salt, pepper, and paprika (if using).
  1. Stir to combine:
  • Mix everything well until the ingredients are evenly incorporated.

4. Assemble the Casserole:

  1. Transfer to baking dish:
  • Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish and spread it evenly.
  1. Top with cheese and crumbs:
  • Sprinkle the remaining 1/2 cup of shredded cheddar cheese over the top. If you’d like extra crunch, top with crushed Ritz crackers or breadcrumbs.

5. Bake:

  1. Bake the casserole:
  • Place the casserole in the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and the top is golden brown.

6. Serve:

  1. Cool and serve:
  • Let the casserole cool for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy it as a side dish or a hearty main!

⏱️ Preparation Time: 15 minutes
⏱️ Cooking Time: 30 minutes
⏱️ Total Time: 45 minutes
🍽️ Servings: 6-8 servings
πŸ”₯ Calories: Approximately 300-350 kcal per serving

This Broccoli Rice Casserole is creamy, cheesy, and packed with tender broccoli and rice, making it a perfect family-friendly dish for any occasion! πŸ₯¦πŸšπŸ§€

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