"Broccoli Rice Casserole is the perfect side dish for dinner tonight! This easy, cheesy side dish is a total crowd pleaser!..."
INGREDIENTS
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20 ounces broccoli florets (cut into bite sized pieces, about 2 heads of broccoli or 8 cups)
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2 tablespoons unsalted butter (I used Challenge butter)
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1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
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1 onion (finely diced)
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1 ¼ cups long grain white rice (not cooked)
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3 cloves garlic (minced)
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32 ounces chicken stock (or broth, low sodium)
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1 ¼ cups half and half
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1 teaspoon salt
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8 ounces sharp cheddar cheese (grated)
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¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
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8 tablespoons unsalted butter (melted, I used Challenge butter)
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1 cup Panko breadcrumbs
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¼ teaspoon smoked paprika
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¾ cup grated Parmesan cheese