Cheesy Broccoli Casserole With Rice

Preheat your oven to a temperature of 350 degrees Fahrenheit (or 175 degrees Celsius, if you prefer metric). This initial step is crucial to ensure that your oven reaches the desired heat before proceeding with the recipe.

Next, fill a saucepan with 1 cup of water and bring it to a rolling boil. Once boiling, add the rice and stir gently to combine. After that, decrease the heat to a lower setting, cover the saucepan with a lid, and let it simmer for 20 minutes. This prolonged cooking time will help the rice become tender.

Now, place a generous amount of bacon in a large, deep skillet and cook it over medium-high heat until the entire piece is evenly browned. Remove the cooked bacon from the skillet and crumble it into smaller pieces, setting it aside for later use.

In the same skillet used to cook the bacon, sauté sliced onions over medium heat until they become translucent and fragrant. The onions should release their natural moisture, creating a rich flavor profile.

In a 9x13 inch baking dish, combine the cooked rice, crumbled bacon, sautéed onions, steamed broccoli florets, a can of your preferred soup, milk, and cheese sauce. Mix everything together to create a harmonious blend of flavors.

Finally, place the dish in your preheated oven and bake for 30 minutes or until it reaches a golden-brown color. This final step will transform the ingredients into a delicious, satisfying meal.