Broccoli and Cheese Casserole

Summary

Description

Ingredients

2CupBroccoli Florets
1 3⁄4CupRice (cooked)
1⁄4CupOnion (diced)
2TablespoonUnsalted Butter
2TablespoonFlour
1CupMilk
1 1⁄2CupCheddar (shredded)
1OunceCream Cheese
1⁄2TeaspoonSalt
1⁄4TeaspoonGround Black Pepper
1⁄2TeaspoonSmoked Paprika
1⁄8TeaspoonGarlic Powder
1⁄2CupRitz Crackers (crushed)
1 Green Onion (chopped)

Instructions

1.Preheat the oven to 375 degrees. Coat a 8"x8" pan with cooking spray. Place broccoli into a large bowl and microwave for 2 minutes.
2.Melt the butter in a medium pot over medium heat. Add the onion and cook for 3-4 minutes until translucent. Add the flour to the pot and stir to coat the onions; cook for 1 minute.
3.Slowly whisk the milk into the pot. Cook, stirring occasionally, for 4-5 minutes or until sauce has thickened (coats the back of a spoon). Add the cream cheese, 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese and the salt, pepper, smoked paprika and garlic powder to the sauce. Stir until smooth.
4.Place the broccoli and rice in a large bowl and stir to combine. Pour the sauce over the top and toss to coat evenly.
5.Pour the broccoli mixture into the prepared pan and smooth the top. Sprinkle the remaining 1/2 cup of cheese over the top, along with the crushed crackers.
6.Bake for 20-30 minutes or until casserole is bubbly and cheese is melted. Sprinkle with green onions and serve.