Best Broccoli Rice Casserole Toddler Favorites Recipes

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Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network

Time 50m

Yield 10 to 12 servings

Number Of Ingredients 17

4 tablespoons (1/2 stick) salted butter
1 medium yellow onion, finely diced
1 clove garlic, grated
4 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon dry mustard
1/4 teaspoon cayenne
3 cups whole milk
4 ounces cream cheese, at room temperature
1/2 cup grated Parmesan
1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon paprika
8 ounces processed cheese, cubed
3 cups grated sharp Cheddar
8 cups small broccoli florets
6 ounces diced pimentos, drained
2 1/2 cups cooked long-grain rice

Steps:

Preheat the oven to 350 F degrees.
In a large skillet, melt the butter. Add the onion and garlic and cook, stirring with a wooden spoon, until softened, 3 to 4 minutes. Sprinkle over the flour, dry mustard and cayenne and stir to mix it in well. Continue to cook for 1 minute.
Next, add the milk, stirring constantly; cook until thickened, about 2 minutes. Add the cream cheese and Parmesan, stirring until totally combined. Stir in the pepper, salt and paprika. Add the processed cheese, stirring until completely melted. Next, add 1 1/2 cups of the Cheddar and stir until melted. Then, fold in the broccoli and pimentos.
In a large baking dish, create a base with half of the rice. Top with half of the broccoli cheese sauce. Repeat with the remaining rice, then the remaining sauce. Sprinkle the rest of the Cheddar evenly over the top of the casserole. Bake until bubbly, about 30 minutes.

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Provided by Kamden and Alyssas

Time 30m

Yield 3-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 cups chopped broccoli
3/4 cup chicken stock
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 tablespoon olive oil
3 cups cooked brown rice
1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese (or cheddar cheese)

Steps:

Pre heat oven to 350°F.
Steam broccoli until tender (about 3-4 minutes in microwave/stovetop).
Place broccoli, soup stock, oil and lemon juice in a blender or food processor and process to a smooth puree.
Place rice and cheese in an ovenproof dish. Pour broccoli mixture over the rice and cheese. Toss mixture gently to blend ingredients.
Place in oven for 15 minutes or until heated through and the cheese is melted. (Instead of using the oven, you can heat this dish in the microwave for 3 minutes, stir, and cook 3 more minutes)
Note: Refrigerate leftovers for 3-5 days, or can be frozen for up to 2 months. This dish should not be introduced to children under 12 months old.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 357.7, Fat 11.2, SaturatedFat 3.6, Cholesterol 16.6, Sodium 224.9, Carbohydrate 52.8, Fiber 5.1, Sugar 2.3, Protein 11.9