Dinner · Medium Effort
Cheesy Rice and Broccoli Casserole
Baked rice and broccoli in a cheddar sauce, a comforting side that eats like a full vegetarian dinner
Prep10 minCook30 minTotal40 min
Medium EffortIngredients
4 servingsScale the recipe
Method
01Preheat oven to 375F and grease a 9x13" baking dish.
02Cook 1.5 cups rice according to package directions.
03Steam or microwave 4 cups broccoli florets for 3-4 minutes until just tender.
04Melt 3 tablespoons butter in a saucepan, whisk in 3 tablespoons flour, and cook 1 minute.
05Slowly whisk in 2 cups milk and cook until thickened, about 5 minutes. Stir in 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese, 1 diced onion (sauteed first if you like it softer), salt, and pepper.
06Combine rice, broccoli, and cheese sauce in the baking dish, top with 1/2 cup extra cheddar, and bake uncovered for 20 minutes until bubbly.
