How to Make Broccoli and Cheese Casserole - A Step-by-Step Guide

Broccoli and Cheese Casserole is a classic dish that has been a staple in American households for generations. This comforting and flavorful casserole is the perfect side dish to accompany any meal, whether it's a casual weeknight dinner or a special holiday gathering. With its creamy cheese sauce and tender broccoli florets, this dish is sure to please even the pickiest of eaters.

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Ingredients

  • 3 cups water
  • 1 (10 ounce) package yellow rice
  • 1 (16 ounce) package frozen chopped broccoli
  • 1 (16 ounce) jar process cheese sauce

Information

  • Prep Time: 30 mins
  • Cook Time: 10 mins
  • Total Time: 40 mins
  • Servings: 5
  • Yield: 5 servings

  • In a saucepan bring water to a boil. Add rice, reduce heat, cover and simmer for 20 minutes.
  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
  • While the rice is cooking, place frozen broccoli in large skillet. Heat stove to low-medium and defrost broccoli When the broccoli is 90% defrosted add processed cheese sauce to the broccoli and let melt. When rice has completed cooking add broccoli-cheese mixture and rice to 9x13 baking dish and mix well.
  • Place casserole in the preheated 400 degrees F (200 degrees C) oven for 10 minutes; or until heated through.
  • Nutrition

    456 cal.

    • Total Fat: 19g
    • Saturated Fat: 12g
    • Cholesterol: 67mg
    • Sodium: 2372mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 55g
    • Dietary Fiber: 4g
    • Total Sugars: 8g
    • Protein: 17g
    • Vitamin C: 54mg
    • Calcium: 392mg
    • Iron: 3mg
    • Potassium: 455mg