SLOW COOKER VELVEETA BROCCOLI RICE CASSEROLE RECIPE

Using a Crockpot is such an easy way to make cheesy broccoli and rice casserole. This Thanksgiving and Christmas favorite is easier than ever when made in a slow cooker!

Prep Time    : 15 mins

Cook Time   : 4 hours

Total Time    : 4 hours 15 mins

Servings      : 6

Calories       : 331 kcal

INGREDIENTS

·         1½ cup Minute Rice

·         ¾ lb. 3 inches Velveeta Cheese, cut into ½ inch cubes

·         1 large package 14.4 oz chopped frozen broccoli

·         1 teaspoon onion flakes or ¼ cup onion minced

·         1 can 8 oz. water chestnuts, drained and diced

·         10.5 ounces Cream of Mushroom Soup click for recipe!

·         1 can 10½ oz. Unsalted Chicken or Beef Broth

·         1 cup milk

·         ¼ cup white wine opt.

·         ½ teaspoon black pepper ground

Optional topping

·         1 cup crushed Ritz crackers.

·         ¼ cup butter melted

INSTRUCTIONS

1.   Turn slow cooker to desired temperature.

2.   Spray slow cooker with nonstick cooking spray.

3.   Combine all ingredients in slow cooker and stir thoroughly.

4.   Cover and cook on HIGH 2 hours or LOW 4 hours.

5.  If desired (and if your crock pot has removable crock), combine crushed crackers and melted butter. Sprinkle the cracker/butter mixture over cooked casserole and place under oven broiler to brown. It can burn quickly, so watch closely.

6.   Enjoy!

NUTRITION

Calories: 331kcal | Carbohydrates: 31g | Protein: 16g | Fat: 15g | Saturated Fat: 9g | Cholesterol: 48mg | Sodium: 1010mg | Potassium: 465mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 8g | Vitamin A: 25.4% | Vitamin C: 71.5% | Calcium: 40.9% | Iron: 10.7%

Recipe from thecookierookie.com

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