Broccoli Rice Casserole
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Broccoli Rice Casserole

Pantry staples and frozen veggies combine to make a hearty, home-made main dish for dinner.

1 h 20 min12 servings

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

Values are per serving · Serving Size: 1/12 of recipe

234

Calories

12g

Protein

32g

Carbs

7g

Fat

4g

Fiber

4g

Sugar

266mg

Sodium

Saturated Fat 3 g · Cholesterol 17 mg

Rings show one serving as a share of a 2,000 calorie reference day. In the Nutrola app they fill against your own goals.

Ingredients

  • rice, uncooked

    1 1/2 cups

  • water, divided

    3 1/2 cups

  • margarine

    3 tablespoons · or butter

  • onion, chopped

    1 medium

  • condensed cream of mushroom soup, reduced sodium

    1 can (10.75 ounce) · or reduced sodium chicken, celery, or cheese soup

  • 1% milk

    1 1/2 cups

  • frozen broccoli or cauliflower or mixed vegetables, chopped

    7 1/2 cups

  • low-fat cheddar cheese, grated

    8 ounces

Instructions

  1. 1

    Wash hands with soap and water.

  2. 2

    Preheat oven to 350 °F and grease a 12x9x2 inch baking pan.

  3. 3

    In a saucepan, mix rice, salt, and 3 cups of water and bring to a boil.

  4. 4

    Cover and simmer for 15 minutes. Remove saucepan from heat and set aside for additional 15 minutes.

  5. 5

    Sauté onions in margarine (or butter) until tender.

  6. 6

    Mix soup, milk, 1/2 cup of water, onions, and rice. Spoon mixture into baking pan.

  7. 7

    Thaw and drain the vegetables and then spread over the rice mixture.

  8. 8

    Spread the cheese evenly over the top and bake at 350 °F for 25 to 30 minutes until cheese is melted and rice is bubbly.

Source: USDA MyPlate Kitchen · Quick and Healthy Meals: Tips and Tools for Planning Meals for Your Family Ohio State University Cooperative Extension Cuyahoga County

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