INGREDIENTS
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2 slices hearty white sandwich bread, torn into pieces
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3/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
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4 tablespoons butter, melted; plus two tablespoons chilled
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1 garlic clove, minced
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2 pounds broccoli (about 3-4 medium heads of broccoli), florets cut into 1-inch pieces, stems chopped
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1 onion, finely chopped
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1 1/4 cups long grain white rice
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4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
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1 1/4 cups half-and-half
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1 teaspoon salt
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2 cups shredded extra-sharp cheddar cheese
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1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper