Rice casserole with broccoli in the oven
Description
Homemade baked goods for tea. Rice casseroles are very popular, and their recipes abound with extra ingredients that highlight the flavor of the finished dish and add their own unique twist. This recipe is no exception. Extraordinarily wholesome broccoli complements the rice with fresh vegetable notes, while a savory milk-and-cheese sauce gives a delicate texture. Overall the dish turns out creamy and aromatic. Such a casserole can be an excellent, filling, and flavorful dinner. You can also place pieces of the casserole into hot chicken broth and serve it as the first course at lunch. Serve cooled or slightly warm.
Instructions
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Step 1
Prepare the ingredients for making a rice casserole.
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Step 2
Rinse the rice and boil it in salted water until tender. Drain the cooking liquid. Transfer the rice to a deep bowl.
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Step 3
Peel the onion and carrot, wash them, and chop finely. Fry until tender in a frying pan with vegetable oil, then transfer to a bowl with rice.
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Step 4
Boil the broccoli in salted water for 3–5 minutes, then immediately rinse under cold water. Transfer to a bowl with rice and vegetables.
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Step 5
Grate the cheese and add it to the bowl with the rest of the ingredients.
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Step 6
Separately, crack the eggs into a small bowl and add milk.
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Step 7
Salt the eggs and milk and whisk with a whisk.
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Step 8
Pour the egg and milk mixture into the bowl with the rice, cheese, and vegetables and mix gently.
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Step 9
Grease the baking dish with oil. Transfer the rice with vegetables into the dish and smooth the surface evenly.
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Step 10
Bake in an oven preheated to 175–180 degrees for 35–40 minutes.
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Step 11
Let the finished broccoli rice casserole cool slightly. Cut into portions and serve.