Broccoli Cheddar Casserole

Sometimes the simplest things are the best and this Broccoli Cheddar Casserole is one of them. Whether you serve this with burgers for a quick weeknight dinner or it's part of your Thanksgiving Day line up, get ready for lots of ooh's and aah's. And since it starts with a few freezer and refrigerator shortcuts, all the better.

Yield: 8-10 servings

Ingredients

3 tablespoons butter

1/4 cup chopped onion

2 tablespoons all purpose flour

3/4 cup chicken broth

1 1/2 cups half and half

2 cups shredded cheddar cheese, divided

1 package (12 ounce) frozen broccoli florets, thawed

8 ounces mushrooms, sliced

2 cups cooked rice

1 teaspoon garlic powder

1/2 teaspoon salt

1/4 teaspoon black pepper

1/2 cup coarsely crushed butter crackers

Directions:

Preheat oven to 375 degrees F. Coat a 9x13-inch baking dish with cooking spray.

In a deep skillet over medium heat, melt butter. Add onion and cook 3 minutes. Stir in flour and cook 2 minutes. Add broth and half-and-half and heat until mixture begins to thicken, stirring occasionally.

Remove from heat, add 1-1/2 cups of cheese, and stir until melted. Stir in broccoli, mushrooms, rice, garlic powder, salt, and pepper; mix well. Spoon mixture into baking dish and cover with aluminum foil. Bake 25 minutes.

In a small bowl, mix crushed crackers and remaining 1/2 cup cheese. Uncover casserole, sprinkle cheese mixture on top, and continue to bake 10 to 15 more minutes or until golden and bubbly.

Tip: This is a great way to use up leftover rice or you can buy packages of precooked rice.

Please note that some ingredients and brands may not be available in every store.

This recipe originally appeared on www.easyhomemeals.com

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