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This post may contain affiliate links. Please read my disclosure policy. I’m bringing you some major comfort food in the form of Broccoli Rice Casserole! It’s creamy, flavorful, and SO delicious! This side dish is an easy mix of broccoli and rice that gets tossed in a creamy
Velveeta cheese sauce and topped with cheddar cheese and crispy fried onions. Bake to perfection for an absolutely irresistible side that everyone’s sure to love!
I know there are a variety of different broccoli rice casserole recipes out there, but believe me when I say, this is truly the BEST you will ever taste. I’ve always loved my mom’s recipe, but I wanted to change things up a bit. Typical food blogger, always having to experiment with recipes! This past Thanksgiving, I brought home an entirely different broccoli cheese casserole with ingredients like Velveeta, cheddar cheese, cream of chicken soup and French’s fried onions. No, this dish is not healthy, but it’s SO incredibly delicious! Trust me, it’s worth it! 😉 Perfect for any occasion, whether it be after a hectic day at work, or a festive dinner like Easter, Christmas or Thanksgiving! With an easy make ahead option, you guys will love this broccoli cheese casserole just as much as we do! Ingredients neededThis broccoli cheese rice casserole recipe uses common ingredients that are easy to find. Do be aware that Velveeta cheese is not located with other cheese products in the refrigerated section of the grocery store, instead it’s near shelf stable dips and spreads. Here’s the lineup:
How to make this recipeI know there are tons of broccoli cheese rice casserole recipes, but this one’s the BEST! It’s also super easy! You’ll just want to make sure you cook your rice and broccoli before getting started. Here’s the rundown of how to make this casserole: For full, printable instructions, see the recipe card.
Expert tipsThis broccoli rice casserole recipe is extremely easy, but here are a few tips to make sure your dish bakes up perfect every time!
Frequently asked questionsHow many carbs are in a cup of broccoli rice casserole? The nutrition of the recipe will depend on specific ingredients, but for this particular recipe it has 24 grams of carbs, 250 calories and 13 grams of protein per serving. Do you cook instant rice before putting in casserole? All broccoli rice casserole recipes are different, but for this specific recipe, you will need to cook the instant rice before adding it to the cheese sauce mixture. Do you put eggs in broccoli casserole? This recipe does not include eggs. Some recipes do call for eggs, typically to bind ingredients and add moisture. Because we are using Velveeta cheese, which is very saucy, there is no need for eggs. Customize this recipeWe love this broccoli rice casserole as written, but feel free to experiment and switch up some of the ingredients, depending on what you have on hand. Recipe variations:
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This broccoli rice casserole is a great recipe to have in your repertoire for when you need a comforting side dish to feed a crowd. It works great for holiday feasting or for any normal dinnertime side. I love the familiar, cozy flavors and that it is so simple to make! If you try this recipe, let me know! Leave a comment and if your family loves it as much as mine does, be sure to give it a five star ⭐️ rating! Also, tag @kimscravings on Instagram with a picture of your creation. It’s so fun to see what you’re cooking! Be sure to subscribe to our mailing list to receive more healthy delicious recipes straight to your inbox. Broccoli Rice CasseroleYield: 8 servings Prep Time: 15 mins Cook Time: 35 mins Total Time: 50 mins Broccoli Rice Casserole is creamy, flavorful, and oh so delicious! This dish is an easy mix of broccoli and rice that gets tossed in a creamy Velveeta cheese sauce and topped with cheddar cheese and crispy fried onions. Bake to perfection for an absolutely irresistible side that everyone's sure to love!
*I like to chop the florets up smaller before adding them to the cheese sauce.
photos from molly at yes to yolks Course: Side Dish Cuisine: American Serving: 1serving, Calories: 250kcal, Carbohydrates: 24g, Protein: 13g, Fat: 11g, Saturated Fat: 7g, Cholesterol: 36mg, Sodium: 722mg, Potassium: 308mg, Fiber: 2g, Sugar: 3g, Vitamin A: 798IU, Vitamin C: 55mg, Calcium: 322mg, Iron: 1mg get new recipes via email:Don't miss a single recipe from Kim's Cravings — sign up for posts by email! How to make a broccoli rice and cheese casserole?Instructions. Preheat oven to 350°F.. Cook onion and butter on medium-low heat until softened and translucent. Stir in flour, garlic powder and pepper. ... . Gradually pour in milk while whisking. ... . Place broccoli in boiling water for about 2 minutes. ... . Stir together rice, broccoli and cheese sauce.. Do you put eggs in broccoli casserole?Made with broccoli florets, cheddar cheese, bacon, milk, cream, and eggs, this broccoli casserole recipe is great for brunch, lunch, or dinner! Elise founded Simply Recipes in 2003 and led the site until 2019.
Do you cook instant rice before putting in casserole?Do I Cook Rice Before Adding To Casserole Dish? Short answer: No! Long answer: As long as you add boiling hot liquid and seal your ovenproof casserole dish well, your rice will cook perfectly well in the oven. No need to pre-boil the rice.
What is broccoli casserole made of?Ingredients Needed:
Broccoli: I prefer fresh, but frozen will also work. Shredded Cheese: cheddar, or your favorite kind. Freshly grate the cheese yourself rather than buying pre-grated cheese, as it will melt and taste better. Cream of Mushroom Soup: from the can, or my homemade recipe is delicious and easy!
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