"This broccoli rice casserole is the classic casserole redone with a homemade cheese sauce and crispy Parmesan Panko topping!..."
INGREDIENTS
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1/4 cup butter
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1 tbsp minced garlic
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1/4 cup flour
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2 1/2 cups milk
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1 tsp chicken bouillon powder
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2 cups shredded cheddar cheese (do NOT use pre-shredded, it makes the sauce grainy!)
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1/4 tsp onion powder
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black pepper and salt to taste
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6 cups fresh broccoli florets (blanched in the microwave for 3 minutes)
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3 cups cooked white rice
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1 1/2 cups panko crumbs
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1/4 cup salted butter (melted)
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1/2 cup Parmesan cheese (shredded)
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1/4 teaspoon paprika