Friday, August 26, 2011

Terry's Kitchen: Broccoli and Rice Casserole

This is my famous “Broccoli and Rice Casserole recipe. It is the first recipe that my mother gave to me when I moved out of the house and into my apartment back in 1981. It works great as a side dish with any kind of meat. I also double it and make it for pot luck dinners at work and church. Usually, I don’t have to worry about leftovers. Enjoy!  

Broccoli and Rice Casserole 

1 10oz pkg. chopped broccoli, cooked and drained 
1 small jar or  1/2 of a large jar of cheese whiz 
1 cup minute rice, uncooked 
1 can cream of mushroom soup 
2 tablespoons butter or oleo 
Salt and pepper to taste 

Preheat oven to 325 
Grease a 1 quart casserole dish. (I usually use a bread pan.) 
Cook and drain broccoli as per instructions on package. 
Mix all ingredients in casserole dish. 
Bake uncovered for 35-45 minutes. 
Serve hot. 

Since I  originally posted this recipe, after talking to a former co-worker it was suggested that I try adding chopped onion. I tried it and really liked it.