Broccoli Rice Casserole

Posted for zwt 2006.

Cook broccoli in boiling water for 3 minutes or until crisp tender.

Drain and plunge into cold water , drain again and set aside.

Melt 1 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon butter / margarine in saucepan over medium heat.

Add onions and saut for 3 minutes or until tender.

Add flour and mustard.

Cook 1 minute , stirring constantly with a wire whisk.

Gradually add the milk , stirring constantly.

Cook an additional 2 minutes or until thick and bubbly.

Remove from heat and stir in pepper.

Combine broccoli and milk mixture , rice , cheese and mayo in a bowl , stir well.

Spoon into shallow 2 quart casserole coated with cooking spray.

Melt remaining teaspoon butter and combine with cracker / melba toast crumbs.

Sprinkle over mixture.

Bake 350f for 25 minutes or until thoroughly heated.

fresh broccoli, margarine, onion, flour, dry mustard, milk, pepper, cooked long-grain rice, cheddar cheese, mayonnaise, cracker crumb