Uncle Ben's Broccoli Rice Au Gratin Recipe
Uncle Ben's Broccoli Rice Au Gratin is a classic dish that combines the comforting flavors of creamy condensed cream of mushroom soup and cheesy rice. It's quick and easy to make, making it perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions. With this simple instruction from Uncle Ben, you can have a delicious meal on the table in no time! It's not only delicious and comforting, but it's also quite healthy.
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Servings: 10 people
Calories: 257kcal
Equipment
- baking dish
- Pot etc
Ingredients
- 30 ounces Broccoli florets bite sized pieces
- 1 Cup Uncooked long-grain white rice
- 1 Cup buttermilk or whole milk
- 1/2 tsp freshly ground black pepper
- 1/2 tsp Poultry seasoning
- 2 tsp Salt
- 1 Ounces Condensed cream of mushroom soup
- 5 Cups Water
- 1/2 tbsp Unsalted butter
Instructions
Cook the Rice:
- Start off by bringing a pot to a boil with your chosen ingredients - rice, water, butter or margarine and pepper.
- Reduce the heat once it's boiling and cover the pot, simmering for around 15 minutes until all of the liquid is absorbed and the rice grains become tender.
- Once the rice is cooked, add broccoli florets. Combine them with a fork and set aside.
Make the Sauce:
- In a separate pot, combine the condensed cream of mushroom soup, milk, poultry seasoning and salt; stirring until everything is thoroughly mixed together.
- Bring to a boil over high heat before reducing it to low and allowing it to simmer for 5 minutes or until the sauce thickens.
Assemble and Bake:
- Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit (175 degrees Celsius).
- Grease a 9” x 13” baking dish with butter or margarine and spread the broccoli rice mixture in an even layer in the baking dish.
- Pour the sauce over the top of the rice and use a spoon or spatula to distribute it evenly.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, ensuring that it turns a golden brown colour before removing it from the oven. Allow the dish to cool for at least 10 minutes before serving.
Notes
- For a healthier version of this dish, try using whole-grain rice instead of white rice.
- Try adding some shredded cheese to the top of the dish before baking for extra richness and flavor.
- If you don't have condensed cream of mushroom soup on hand, you can substitute it with 1/2 cup nonfat dry milk, 1/4 cup butter or margarine, and 2 tablespoons of all-purpose flour.
- If you want to make this dish even more flavorful, try adding some fresh herbs such as thyme, oregano, or rosemary.
- Add a few dashes of hot sauce to give the dish some extra spice!