Broccoli Cheese Casserole
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Free up oven space and make this crowd-pleasing casserole in the microwave! Fresh or frozen broccoli florets are cooked with rice, cream, spices, and cheese for a cozy and satisfying dish in minutes. The Anyday Shallow Dish offers plenty of surface area for bubbly cheese and a crispy breadcrumb topping. It’s decadent enough for a holiday table, but easy enough for every day!
All of Anyday’s recipes are tested (and retested!) in many different microwaves and home kitchens to make sure they work — and work well.
What You’ll Need
What You’ll Need
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Ingredients
- 1 cup (250ml) heavy cream\
- ¾ teaspoon kosher salt
- ⅛ teaspoon cayenne pepper
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 2 cups packed (150g) fresh or frozen chopped broccoli
- 1 cup (125g) cooked white or brown rice
- ½ cup (50g) Monterey jack cheese, optional
- Crispy shallots, for topping (optional)
Preparation
- Whisk the cream, salt, cayenne, black pepper and cornstarch in the Anyday dish until smooth. Cover with lid (knob lifted) and cook in the microwave for 2-3 minutes, or until the cream has thickened.
- Add the broccoli and rice and mix well. Cook in the microwave for 5-6 minutes, or until the broccoli is tender.
- Top with cheese and continue cooking for 1 minute, or until the cheese is melted. If you want a toasted top, place in a 500°F preheated oven until the cheese is browned and bubbly.
Serving suggestions & tips
- Substitute the broccoli with shredded brussels sprouts.
- Try using cooked quinoa, cooked farro or cooked lentils instead of rice.
- Cook some pancetta or bacon alongside the shallots for extra flavor.
Recipe notes
- To make this dish even faster, use frozen, thawed pre-cooked rice. Break up any clumps of frozen rice before mixing into the casserole.
- Microwave ovens vary, even with the same wattages. Adjust cooking times as needed.