Few dishes compare to a hearty broccoli rice casserole. It comes to mind when thinking of comforting classics that stand the test of time. It borrows familiar flavors from broccoli cheddar soup. It merges them with a rice bake in the form of a quick and easy casserole.

This dish brings together tender broccoli florets. It includes fluffy rice and a rich cheese sauce. Together, they make the epitome of satisfying comfort food. You’re hosting a family gathering, having a potluck with friends, or simply craving a wholesome meal at home. In all these cases, this recipe is sure to delight. It is perfect for a family gathering or a potluck with friends. If you’re simply craving a wholesome meal at home, this recipe will delight you. It will please every palate at the table. Plus, it’s pretty to serve and it makes a tasty side dish for almost any kind of meat.

Ingredients for Broccoli Rice Casserole

• Butter: A few pats of butter are needed to saute the vegetables and give this broccoli and rice casserole a delicious base.
• Onion: You’ll also need one small onion. Yellow or white onions will work just fine, but red may be too overwhelming in the flavor department.
• Celery: Celery salutes well with onions and broccoli and lends its mild herbal notes to this dish.
• Broccoli: The star ingredient! We used a bag of frozen chopped broccoli for ease, but you can certainly go the fresh route for more homemade flavor.
• Cheese dip: The secret sauce. A jar of cheese dip (like nacho-style queso) is the trick to an extra creamy casserole.
• Cream of mushroom soup: Condensed, undiluted cream of mushroom soup adds earthy bits of mushroom and an even more velvety texture to this casserole.
• Evaporated milk: To keep the casserole from being too thick.
• Cooked rice: Use whatever rice you’re trying to use up here. White, brown, jasmine—even chickpea-based rice, if you’re trying to watch your carbs but want to get more protein and fiber at the same time.

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