Description
This Broccoli Rice Casserole is a classic comfort food dish that’s easy to prepare and always a crowd-pleaser. Creamy and cheesy, it combines broccoli, rice, and a blend of savory flavors into a satisfying casserole.
Ingredients
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- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 2 ribs celery, chopped
- 1 teaspoon seasoned salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1 (16-ounce) package processed American cheese (Velveeta), cut into cubes
- 1 can condensed cream of mushroom soup
- 1 can condensed cream of chicken soup
- 2 1/2 cups Minute rice, uncooked
- 3/4 cup milk
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- 2 (10-ounce) packages frozen chopped broccoli, defrosted
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat oven to 350°F (177°C) and grease a 9×13-inch casserole dish.
- Sauté Vegetables: Melt butter in a Dutch oven over medium heat. Add onion and celery. Cook for 5 minutes.
- Melt Cheese: Add cubes of processed cheese and stir until mostly melted.
- Combine Ingredients: Add remaining ingredients, except shredded cheddar. Mix well.
- Pour into Dish: Spoon into prepared dish, cover with aluminum foil. Spray foil with cooking spray so it doesn’t stick to the food.
- Bake: Place in oven for 30 minutes.
- Add Cheddar: Remove foil, sprinkle cheddar cheese on top and leave in oven for another 10-15 minutes.
- Cool Slightly and Serve: Let cool slightly before serving.
Notes
- You can use fresh broccoli instead of frozen; just steam it until tender-crisp before adding it to the casserole.
- For a spicier casserole, add more cayenne pepper or a dash of hot sauce.
- You can substitute another type of cheese for the Velveeta, such as cheddar or Monterey Jack.
- For a vegetarian version, use vegetable broth instead of chicken soup.
- For a gluten free version, ensure all canned soups and cheese products are gluten free.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 2g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
