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Rice with cheese and broccoli.
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Cheesy Rice

By: Min Kwon | MJ and Hungryman
Creamy cheesy rice made from scratch in 25 minutes. Soft, customizable, and perfect for babies, toddlers, and the whole family.
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Servings: 4
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Ingredients 

  • 1 cup long grain rice, rinsed (195g)
  • 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth or bone broth
  • 2 tablespoon unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 cup frozen broccoli, thawed and chopped into small pieces
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • Optional: a splash of milk or half and half

Instructions 

  • Rinse rice in cold water until water runs clear. Bring broth to boil in a medium saucepan. Stir in rice. Turn heat down to low and cover with lid. Cook for 15-20 minutes, until broth is mostly absorbed and rice is tender. Fluff with a fork.
  • Add the butter, garlic powder, and broccoli. Give it a good stir, cover, and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes. Stir in cheese until melted and add a splash of milk or half in half if you desire a creamier consistency.

Notes

  • Long grain rice, like basmati rice and jasmine rice, will work best.
  • Be sure to rinse your rice – this will help achieve the fluffy rice texture and prevent clumping.
  • Grate your cheese from a block for even better creamy cheese goodness.

Nutrition

Calories: 363kcal | Carbohydrates: 41g | Protein: 13g | Fat: 16g | Sodium: 231mg | Potassium: 257mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 595IU | Vitamin C: 20mg | Calcium: 230mg | Iron: 1mg
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