Wild rice casserole with cheddar and broccoli

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Wild rice casserole with cheddar and broccoli

Rice casserole is a traditional dish that has accompanied many generations in home cooking across different countries. It is especially popular in the United States and Canada, where versions with wild rice and cheddar cheese stand out for their comforting flavor and creamy texture. In Latin America, although the use of wild rice is less common, there are similar preparations that combine rice with vegetables and cheeses, varying by region. For example, in Mexico and Central America, it is often called "gratin rice casserole" or "baked rice with cheese," highlighting the tradition of incorporating fresh ingredients and local cheeses.

Wild rice, which is actually a seed from aquatic grasses native to North America, provides a unique flavor and a firm texture that contrasts with the broccoli and melted cheddar cheese in this casserole. This mixture offers a nutritious and delicious balance that has won over palates in different culinary cultures. The recipe is ideal for families looking for a healthy and comforting option, perfect for any time of the year.

How to Make Wild Rice Casserole with Cheddar and Broccoli

In a large saucepan, melt the butter.

Add flour, salt, and white pepper.

Cook, stirring, until the mixture bubbles.

Add milk, stirring constantly, until the mixture boils and thickens.

Boil for 1 to 2 minutes.

Remove from heat.

Stir in Sargento Chefstyle cheddar cheese until melted.

Combine the cooked wild rice, frozen broccoli with red peppers, onion, and the cheese sauce.

Pour the mixture into a lightly greased 2-quart baking dish.

In a small bowl, combine dry bread crumbs and butter.

Sprinkle this mixture over the casserole.

Bake at 350°F (approximately 175°C) for 30 to 35 minutes, or until hot and bubbly.

Cazuela de arroz salvaje con cheddar y brócoli

Ingredients (10)

  • Butter
  • Wheat flour
  • Salt
  • White pepper
  • Milk
  • Sargento Chefstyle cheddar cheese
  • Wild rice
  • Frozen broccoli with red peppers
  • Onion
  • Dry breadcrumbs

Instructions (24 steps)

  1. 1 In a large saucepan
  2. 2 melt the butter
  3. 3 Add flour
  4. 4 salt
  5. 5 and pepper
  6. 6 Cook
  7. 7 stirring until the mixture bubbles
  8. 8 Add milk
  9. 9 stirring constantly
  10. 10 until the mixture boils and thickens
  11. 11 Boil for 1 to 2 minutes
  12. 12 Remove from heat
  13. 13 Stir in the cheese until it melts
  14. 14 Combine the cooked wild rice
  15. 15 broccoli
  16. 16 onion
  17. 17 and cheese sauce
  18. 18 Pour into a lightly greased 2-quart baking dish
  19. 19 Saucepan
  20. 20 In a small bowl
  21. 21 combine bread crumbs and butter
  22. 22 Sprinkle over the top
  23. 23 Bake at 350°F for 30 to 35 minutes
  24. 24 or until hot and bubbly