Get the Recipe Cheesy Vegetarian Broccoli Rice Casserole

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  • Prep Time

    20 mins

  • Cook Time

    1 hr

  • Total Time

    1 hr 20 mins

  • Servings

    6 servings

  • Calories

    437 kcal

  • Course

    Dinner

  • Cuisine

    American

Get the Recipe Cheesy Vegetarian Broccoli Rice Casserole

Nothing says classic comfort food like this Cheesy Vegetarian Broccoli Rice Casserole. It’s made with minimal prep and real ingredients such as bright and tender broccoli, fluffy white rice, grated carrots, and mellow onion baked in a creamy cheese sauce that will make you forget all about Velveeta. Trust me when I say you won’t regret this weeknight casserole.

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Ingredients

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  • 3 Tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1 cup yellow onion finely diced
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt divided, or to taste
  • 3 garlic cloves minced
  • 1/4 /4 teaspoon white pepper
  • freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 ¾ cups whole milk room temperature
  • 4 ounces cream cheese cubed
  • 1 ½ cups extra sharp cheddar cheese shredded
  • ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • ¾ cup uncooked long grain white rice rinsed and drained
  • 4 cups fresh broccoli florets small dice
  • 1 cup shredded carrots
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Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F and lightly grease an 8x8 glass baking dish.
  2. In a large skillet over medium-high heat, melt 3 tablespoons of butter. Saute the onion with a pinch of salt for 3-4 minutes, then add the garlic cloves and cook 2 minutes until fragrant. Stir in white pepper, another pinch of salt, black pepper, and dijon mustard.
  3. Whisk in milk until combined and bring to a simmer. Once simmering, lower heat and stir in cubes of cream cheese until melted. Remove from heat and stir cheddar and parmesan in batches until melted. Stir in broccoli, carrots, and rice until combined.
  4. Transfer the casserole into the prepared pan and spread in an even layer. Cover with foil and bake for 40 minutes. Uncover, stir, and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes until the rice is tender.
  5. Let rest for 5-10 minutes before serving. Garnish with freshly chopped parsley, if desired.
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Notes

  • Frozen Broccoli: can substitute with a 10-ounce bag of frozen broccoli.
  • can substitute with a 10-ounce bag of frozen broccoli.

Nutrition Information

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Calories 437kcal (22%) Carbohydrates 34g (11%) Protein 17g (34%) Fat 27g (42%) Saturated Fat 16g (80%) Polyunsaturated Fat 1g Monounsaturated Fat 6g Trans Fat 0.2g Cholesterol 78mg (26%) Sodium 852mg (36%) Potassium 503mg (14%) Fiber 3g (12%) Sugar 7g (14%) Vitamin A 4842IU (97%) Vitamin C 58mg (64%) Calcium 433mg (43%) Iron 1mg (6%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 6servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 437 kcal

% Daily Value*

Calories 437kcal 22%
Carbohydrates 34g 11%
Protein 17g 34%
Fat 27g 42%
Saturated Fat 16g 80%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1g 6%
Monounsaturated Fat 6g 30%
Trans Fat 0.2g 10%
Cholesterol 78mg 26%
Sodium 852mg 36%
Potassium 503mg 11%
Fiber 3g 12%
Sugar 7g 14%
Vitamin A 4842IU 97%
Vitamin C 58mg 64%
Calcium 433mg 43%
Iron 1mg 6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

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