triple cheddar rice casserole

How To Make triple cheddar rice casserole

• Step 1
  Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
• Step 2
  Coat a 2-quart baking dish with cooking spray.
• Step 3
  To make the casserole, prepare rice according to package directions.
• Step 4
  Place sliced mushrooms in a large ziptop bag, season with garlic and herb seasoning, sea salt/black pepper and garlic powder, and shake it well. Add Parmesan cheese and shake again until blended.
• Step 5
  Melt the magarine in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add mushrooms and saute until they release some moisture and begin to brown, about 4 to 5 minutes. Remove mushrooms from heat. Set aside.
• Step 6
  To make the triple cheddar cheese sauce, combine the half and half, margarine and cream cheese in a large saucepan. Bring to a simmer over medium heat, stirring frequently until margarine melts. Gradually stir in the cheeses. Reduce heat to low and continue to stir just until the cheese is melted.
• Step 7
  Combine rice, mushrooms and half the sauce in the prepared baking dish. Mix well and pour remaining cheese sauce over the top.
• Step 8
  Top evenly with the crushed crackers and sprinkle with shredded mild cheddar cheese over the top.
• Step 9
  Bake until heated through and topping is golden, about 30 minutes.
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