It can really vary depending on how cold it is going into the oven, how many other dishes you are baking at the same time, etc… but it is also very forgiving.Īctually, the whole casserole is really forgiving. Be sure to give the dish adequate time to defrost/warm-up or anticipate a longer baking time. The nice thing about casseroles like this is that they can be prepared ahead of time and refrigerated or frozen until ready to cook. Cover with remaining cheese and bake, covered, for about 45 minutes or until hot.In the casserole dish, stir together veggies, rice, 1 to 2 cups of cheese and soup.Saute onion, celery and fresh broccoli if using (you don’t have to saute frozen broccoli since it is usually parboiled) until soft.Grease a 3 quart casserole dish with a lid. 2 cans cream of soup whatever flavor (mushroom, chicken, and/or celery work best).2-3 cups shredded Colby cheese (or whatever).4 cups cooked white rice (2 cups uncooked).
I don’t know why we only serve this at holidays, probably because it makes a ton and everyone loves it.
First up is our favorite holiday side dish. I would love for you to follow along and discover more amazing recipes.And so begins my official Thanksgiving recipe countdown. You can also connect with me on FACEBOOK, INSTAGRAM, PINTEREST, and YOUTUBE. If you tried this recipe or any of my recipes I would love to hear from you, leave me a comment below. When you are ready to serve, allow it to thaw in the fridge overnight. Making sure all of your casserole is covered so no air can get it. Wrap your freezer safe casserole dish tightly with plastic wrap and then foil. To freeze follow the directions to prepare your casserole. If you need to make this casserole more then just 2 days ahead of time you could freeze it. Once prepared put it in casserole dish that has a cover. Yes you sure can make this ahead of time! Prepare your casserole as per the directions. Once mixed cover with foil and place in the fridge for 1-2 days.\ When you are ready to cook according to directions then serve. Follow all the directions and mix all ingredients. Making this casserole dish ahead of time is so easy. Step three: Bake for 45-50 minutes until rice is cooked and casserole is bubbly. When adding the rice to your casserole you will be adding it uncooked. You can switch and use brown rice but I would still use instant rice to get the cooking time correct. Instant Rice: I used instant white rice for this recipe. Make sure you are buying a jar, not a spray can. Hot Water: I filled my cream of mushroom soup once with hot water.Ĭheese Whiz: Cheese whiz is a cheese sauce. It will affect the flavor using those if you do. To use fresh broccoli cook beforehand.Ĭream of mushroom soup: Can substitute for cream of chicken, cheese or celery soups as well. Mix all your ingredients together, then fill your casserole dish and bake! Ingredients:īroccoli Florets: I used a bag of frozen broccoli. It's perfect for any meal and a side dish that you are going to love. This Cheesy Broccoli Casserole is a recipe that was passed down to me and one of my favorites.Įach and every Thanksgiving and Christmas my mom would make green beans casserole, potato casserole, and this delicious broccoli casserole! It's simple to make and taste amazing, a real crowd pleaser. This Cheesy Broccoli Casserole is a recipe passed down from my mom and one of my all-time favorites.