Description
This cozy casserole is a one-pan wonder—hearty wild rice, tender broccoli, and creamy, melty cheese baked together into a golden, bubbly masterpiece. It’s comforting, wholesome, and perfect as a side dish or meatless main for any dinner or holiday table.
Ingredients
1 cup uncooked wild rice blend
2½ cups vegetable broth (or chicken broth)
3 cups fresh broccoli florets
1 small onion, finely chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1½ cups shredded cheddar cheese (plus more for topping)
½ cup sour cream or plain Greek yogurt
1 tbsp olive oil or butter
½ tsp salt
¼ tsp black pepper
Instructions
Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a deep oven-safe skillet or 9×13-inch casserole dish.
Sauté base: In the pan, heat olive oil or butter. Add onion and garlic; cook until soft.
Add rice & liquid: Stir in wild rice, broth, salt, and pepper. Cover tightly with foil or lid and bake for 45 minutes.
Add broccoli: Uncover, stir in broccoli, and re-cover. Bake for another 15–20 minutes, until rice is tender and broccoli is just cooked.
Stir in cheese & cream: Add sour cream and 1½ cups cheese, stirring until creamy. Top with extra cheese or cracker crumbs.
Bake uncovered for 10 more minutes, until bubbly and golden.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 75 min
- Category: Dinner, Main Course
Nutrition
- Calories: 310
- Fat: 16g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Protein: 12g