Broccoli, Cauliflower and Rice Casserole 🥦🧀🍚
Description:
This delightful Broccoli, Cauliflower, and Rice Casserole recipe is not only easy and quick to prepare, but it also holds a special place in our hearts as it’s a cherished recipe passed down from generation to generation, originating from our beloved grandmother. This dish is not just a casserole; it’s a fond memory of how our grandmother ingeniously got us to eat our vegetables with a smile.
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 25 minutes
- Recipe Category: Cauliflower
- Keywords: Vegetable, Weeknight, Oven, Less than 4 Hours, Easy
- Aggregated Rating: 4 stars ⭐⭐⭐⭐
- Review Count: 6 reviews
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 228.8
- Fat Content: 15.9g
- Saturated Fat Content: 6.5g
- Cholesterol Content: 22.2mg
- Sodium Content: 1110.8mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 13.7g
- Fiber Content: 0.9g
- Sugar Content: 3.2g
- Protein Content: 9.2g
Ingredients:
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Uncle Ben’s wild rice | 1 cup |
| Cheddar cheese | 2 cups |
| Broccoli florets | 3/4 cup |
| Cauliflower florets | 1 1/2 cups |
Instructions:
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Cook Rice:
Start by cooking the wild rice according to the instructions on the package. Set it aside once cooked. -
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Preheat Oven:
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to ensure it’s ready when your casserole is assembled. -
Layer Ingredients:
In a baking dish, layer the cooked wild rice evenly at the bottom. Next, add a layer of broccoli florets followed by cauliflower florets. -
Add Cheese:
Sprinkle 1 cup of cheddar cheese over the cauliflower layer, ensuring it’s evenly distributed. -
Repeat Layers:
Repeat the layering process, starting with the remaining wild rice, followed by the rest of the broccoli and cauliflower florets. -
Top with Cheese:
Finish off the casserole by sprinkling the remaining 1 cup of cheddar cheese over the top layer of cauliflower. -
Bake:
Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and place it in the preheated oven. Let it bake for approximately 1 hour or until the cheese is melted and bubbly, and the vegetables are tender. -
Serve:
Once baked to perfection, remove the casserole from the oven and allow it to cool for a few minutes before serving. Scoop out generous portions onto plates and enjoy this wholesome and comforting dish with your loved ones!
This Broccoli, Cauliflower, and Rice Casserole not only makes for a satisfying weeknight meal but also serves as a delicious way to incorporate more vegetables into your diet. With its cheesy goodness and heartwarming flavors, it’s sure to become a family favorite in no time!
