Ingredients
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1 (15.9 oz) pkg Nature's Promise® precooked Whole Grain Brown Rice
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2 tbsp olive oil
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1 tbsp butter
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3 tbsp all-purpose flour
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1 1/2 cups reduced-fat milk
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1/4 tsp dried thyme
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1/2 tsp onion powder
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6 oz Cheddar cheese, coarsely grated, divided
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1 (16 oz) pkg frozen chopped broccoli, thawed
Steps
1
Preheat oven to 375°F. Heat the rice according to package directions.
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In a medium pot, heat the oil and butter on medium until melted. Sprinkle in the flour. Cook 2 min., stirring constantly. Gradually whisk in the milk until smooth. Heat to a boil on high, stirring occasionally. Reduce heat and simmer 2 min. Stir in the thyme, onion powder, and most of the Cheddar, reserving ⅓, until smooth.
3
Into pot, stir the broccoli and rice until well combined. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Transfer to a 1½-qt baking dish. Top with reserved Cheddar. Cover with foil and bake 15–20 min., until hot.
