Broccoli, Cheese & Rice Casserole Recipe

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Broccoli, Cheese & Rice Casserole
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  1. Adjust the oven rack to the middle position and preheat the oven to 400 degrees. Grease a 13 by 9-inch baking dish.
  2. Place the bread, 1/4 cup of the Parmesan cheese, the melted butter, and the minced garlic into a food processor and pulse until coarsely ground, about 10 pulses; set aside.
  3. Place the broccoli florets in a large microwave-safe bowl, cover tightly with plastic wrap, and cook on high power until bright green and tender, 3 to 4 minutes (take care Not to overcook the broccoli florets); set aside.
  4. Melt the remaining 2 tablespoons of chilled butter in a Dutch oven or large heavy pot over medium heat. Add the onions and broccoli stems and cook until softened, 8 to 10 minutes. Add the rice and cook, stirring constantly, until the rice is translucent, about 1 minute. Stir in the chicken broth, half-and-half, and salt, and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to medium-low and cook, covered, stirring often, until the rice is tender, about 25 minutes. Remove from the heat and stir in the cheddar cheese, cayenne, the remaining 1/2 cup of Parmesan, and the broccoli florets,.
  5. Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish and top with the bread crumb mixture, Bake until the sauce is bubbling around the edges and the top is golden brown, about 15 minutes. Cool for 5 minutes and serve.
  6. (The filling can be prepared, placed into the greased baking dish, covered with plastic wrap, and refrigerated for up to 1 day. However, refrigerate the topping separately. Bring the filling to room temperature before topping with the bread crumbs and bake as directed.).
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Nutrition Facts

Per ServingPer 100 g
Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories 225.37 Kcal (944 kJ)
Calories from fat 146.21 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 16.25g 25%
Cholesterol 44.82mg 15%
Sodium 466.08mg 19%
Potassium 440.75mg 9%
Total Carbs 12.71g 4%
Sugars 2.58g 10%
Dietary Fiber 3.46g 14%
Protein 10.72g 21%
Vitamin C 81.9mg 137%
Vitamin A 0.3mg 10%
Iron 1.2mg 7%
Calcium 245.9mg 25%
Amount Per 100 g
Calories 83.49 Kcal (350 kJ)
Calories from fat 54.17 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 6.02g 25%
Cholesterol 16.6mg 15%
Sodium 172.67mg 19%
Potassium 163.29mg 9%
Total Carbs 4.71g 4%
Sugars 0.96g 10%
Dietary Fiber 1.28g 14%
Protein 3.97g 21%
Vitamin C 30.3mg 137%
Vitamin A 0.1mg 10%
Iron 0.5mg 7%
Calcium 91.1mg 25%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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Tastes

  • salty
  • savory
  • bitter
  • sweet
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Weightwatchers Points

  • 5.2
    Points
  • 6
    PointsPlus

Good Points

  • saturated fat free,
  • low cholesterol

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