Broccoli & Rice Casserole (toddler Favorites)

Total Time: 30 mins Preparation Time: 15 mins Cook Time: 15 mins

Ingredients

• Servings: 3
• 2 cups chopped broccoli
• 3/4 cup chicken stock
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 3 cups cooked brown rice
• 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese (or cheddar cheese)

Recipe

• 1 pre heat oven to 350°f.
• 2 steam broccoli until tender (about 3-4 minutes in microwave/stovetop).
• 3 place broccoli, soup stock, oil and lemon juice in a blender or food processor and process to a smooth puree.
• 4 place rice and cheese in an ovenproof dish. pour broccoli mixture over the rice and cheese. toss mixture gently to blend ingredients.
• 5 place in oven for 15 minutes or until heated through and the cheese is melted. (instead of using the oven, you can heat this dish in the microwave for 3 minutes, stir, and cook 3 more minutes)
• 6 note: refrigerate leftovers for 3-5 days, or can be frozen for up to 2 months. this dish should not be introduced to children under 12 months old.