Nif's Broccoli Rice Casserole (Vegetarian)
- Ready In:
- 1hr 15mins
- Ingredients:
- 9
- Serves:
-
12-16
ingredients
- 2 cups long grain converted white rice
- 1⁄4 cup butter
- 1 cup onion, chopped
- 1 cup celery, chopped
- 4 cups fresh broccoli, chopped to about 1/4-inch to 1/2-inch pieces
- 1 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
- 1 cup Cheez Whiz
- 2 (10 ounce) cans cream of mushroom soup
- 1 cup cheddar cheese, grated, divided
directions
- Cook rice as listed on the package. You can also use broth to add more flavour. Do not overcook!
- Meanwhile, heat butter over low-medium heat in a frying pan. Add onions, celery and broccoli and saute until softened. You do not want to brown the veggies.
- Set oven to 350F and spray casserole dish with nonstick spray.
- Mix rice, sauteed veggies, black pepper, Cheez Whiz, canned soup and half the cheddar cheese. Pour into casserole dish. Sprinkle other half of cheddar on top of casserole and cover.
- Bake for 45 minutes.
- If you are using this for a potluck, wrap the casserole dish in a large towel and dish will stay warm for a couple of hours.
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RECIPE SUBMITTED BY
Nif_H
Canada
I love great food and I particularly like trying cuisines new to me! Although I don't prepare as much food as I used to, creating in my kitchen is still one of my favourite things to do. Enjoy!