Cheesy Broccoli Rice Casserole

Ingredients

• 3 cups cooked white rice
• 4 cups broccoli florets
• 3 tbsp butter
• 3 tbsp all-purpose flour
• 2 cups whole milk
• 2,5 cups shredded sharp cheddar

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat the oven to 350°F and grease a 2-quart baking dish.

2. 2

   Cook rice until fluffy and blanch the broccoli florets until bright green.

3. 3

   Melt butter, whisk in flour to form a roux, then slowly add milk until thickened.

4. 4

   Stir in the cheddar until molten and smooth, seasoning to taste.

5. 5

   Fold rice and broccoli into the cheese sauce, then spread in the dish.

6. 6

   Top with extra cheese and bake 30 minutes until bubbling and lightly browned.