Description
A creamy, comforting blend of fluffy rice and tender broccoli florets, topped with a bubbling golden crust of sharp cheddar cheese.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 cups cooked white rice
- 4 cups fresh broccoli florets, steamed
- 2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13 inch baking dish.
- In a large bowl, combine the cooked rice and steamed broccoli florets.
- Stir in the melted butter, milk, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Fold in 1.5 cups of the shredded cheddar cheese.
- Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish and spread it evenly.
- Sprinkle the remaining 0.5 cup of cheese over the top.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until the cheese is melted and golden brown.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American