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    Broccoli Rice Casserole

    By: Jane · Updated: 20 Jan, '18 · This post may contain affiliate links · 19 Comments

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    This morning I made this Broccoli Rice Casserole to take to our church's 5th Sunday covered dish luncheon. This is an old, old recipe that has been around forever, but I thought I'd share it with you in case you've forgotten about it.

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    I used the last of the fresh broccoli from our garden, but you can use a package of frozen broccoli.

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    Here's mine all cooked and chopped, but if you're using frozen broccoli, just thaw it.

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    You will need 2 cups of cooked white rice. I always cook my rice in this steamer, and it turns out perfectly.

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    While the rice is cooking, saute ½ cup each of onion and celery in butter.

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    Here is the ingredient that makes this casserole-Cheez Whiz! I used the 15 ounce size because I like the casserole to be nice and cheesy.

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    Put the Cheez Whiz in a large bowl along with a can of cream of mushroom soup, 1 can of chopped mushrooms, and ½ cup water. Mix it all together and then add the celery, onions, rice, and broccoli.

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    Combine everything together and pour into a greased 2 quart casserole dish. Bake at 350 degrees for 50 minutes.

    The casserole disappeared quickly at our church luncheon today!

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    1. Audrey Zumwalt

      February 03, 2012 at 3:01 pm

      Love this casserole. Make it every Christmas. My recipe is so old, it says use a 39¢ Jar of Cheese Whiz which is the small jar ... does that tell you how long I have been making this?
      Blessings.
      Audrey Z.

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    2. Moogie

      January 31, 2012 at 2:26 pm

      Yum!! I love casseroles. I need to add this to my to do list.

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    3. Shannon @ Cozy Home Scenes

      January 31, 2012 at 2:09 am

      Hi Jane----I know I've already commented, but just wanted to thank you for adding this to my party. I really appreciate you visiting again, and thanks so much for including the party button. Have a wonderful day!----Shannon

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    4. Debbie

      January 30, 2012 at 10:17 pm

      It's been years since I had this! It looks yummy!
      Debbie

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    5. momto8blog

      January 30, 2012 at 9:30 pm

      yum..thanks for this! I have never used chez whiz..way easier than I make...I am going to try this..my kids all like broccoli

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    6. [email protected] Breaths

      January 30, 2012 at 9:02 pm

      That sounds delicious and sooo perfect for this time of year! Visiting from the Cozy Home Party. Have a good week!

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    7. Dolly Sarrio

      January 30, 2012 at 5:06 pm

      Sounds so yummy! I am going to make that. I'll bet it is a success at the Church Dinners....

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    8. Jean Windham

      January 30, 2012 at 10:47 am

      This is one of my favorite Christmas dishes also. In fact, a family friend says the recipe is so good he likes it as an appetizer with scoops. I haven't been using my steamer for rice but this blog prompts me to bring mine out too. Thanks for the blog Jane it is always an eye opener. Jean

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    9. [email protected] Designs

      January 30, 2012 at 8:07 am

      No wonder your casserole disappeared so quickly, it looks so delicious!..Thanks for the recipe! Have a wonderful day!

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    10. vickie

      January 30, 2012 at 7:56 am

      I have made this casserole several times lately. We have had a bumper crop of broccoli this year!

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    11. Melanie

      January 30, 2012 at 6:16 am

      Glad that you posted this, I haven't made it in such a long time! My daughter loved it when she was little! Thanks for the reminder!!

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    12. Shannon @ Cozy Home Scenes

      January 30, 2012 at 1:40 am

      A family friend serves this every year at our annual Christmas party. It's always a hit. Thanks for sharing the recipe.

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    13. [email protected] Charm

      January 30, 2012 at 12:06 am

      I really love this one, but I haven't had in a really long time.

      Blessings,
      Linda

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    14. Barbara F.

      January 29, 2012 at 10:50 pm

      Jane, your post is so timely, I just bought a big bunch of broccoli and was thinking of how to prepare it. I have everything I need to make this except the Cheez Whiz! I will buy a jar tomorrow. xo

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    15. Ann

      January 29, 2012 at 9:49 pm

      My family loves this dish. We had it for every special occasion when I was growing up. I confess I haven't made it in years. Putting Cheese Whiz on the grocery list!

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    16. dawn

      January 29, 2012 at 9:21 pm

      Looks so yummy and you are getting so creative with the clickable, printable version.

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    17. Ann

      January 29, 2012 at 7:32 pm

      One of our favortie Christmas dishes is my Mom's broccoli casserole. It does not have rice, so I guess I will have to try it!

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    18. christine @ Stonehouse Living

      January 29, 2012 at 7:24 pm

      Hi Jane,
      This looks really good and can serve a crowd... I also enjoy making casseroles in advance and then I get to spend more time with my family when they visit!! I will have to try this one!
      Thank you for sharing...
      Have a great evening!
      All the Best,
      Christine

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    19. Nana Diana

      January 29, 2012 at 7:17 pm

      Jane- I have not made this in forever. My kids loved it when they were little and I'll bet my grandkids w0uld love it too! xo Diana

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