Serve up smiles with a favorite holiday side

Turkey and ham may sit center stage, but classic holiday sides can make the season truly special. You can bring smiles to your loved ones’ faces by dishing out those favorite recipes everyone asks for year after year.

Made with a delicious combination of rice, cheddar cheese, cream of mushroom soup and broccoli florets, this quick and easy version of Broccoli and Cheese Rice Casserole is an ideal one-pot dish to keep the holidays simple. With three easy steps and everyday ingredients, it comes together with minimal effort for traditional casserole taste.

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Broccoli and Cheese Rice Casserole

Prep time: 5 minutes

Cook time: 30 minutes

Servings: 4-6

1 bag Success White Rice or Brown Rice

nonstick cooking spray

1 can (10 3/4 ounces) condensed cream of mushroom soup

2 cups frozen broccoli florets, thawed and drained

1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese, divided

1/2 cup evaporated milk

3 tablespoons butter, melted

1 tablespoon grated onion

1/2 teaspoon salt

1/2 teaspoon black pepper

Prepare rice according to package directions. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.

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Coat 2-quart casserole dish with nonstick cooking spray. In medium bowl, combine soup, broccoli, 1 cup cheddar cheese, evaporated milk, butter, onion, salt and pepper. Fold in rice.

Pour mixture into prepared dish and top with remaining cheddar cheese. Bake 20 minutes.