Homemade Cheddar Broccoli Rice Mix

Ingredients

• 1 cup long grain white rice (uncooked)
• 0.5 cup freeze-dried broccoli
• 0.25 cup cheddar cheese powder
• 1 tbsp chicken bouillon powder
• 1 tsp onion powder
• 0.5 tsp garlic powder
• 0.5 tsp salt
• 2 cup water (for cooking)
• 1 tbsp butter (for cooking)

Steps

1. 1

   In a clean quart-sized mason jar, add 1 cup of long grain white rice.

2. 2

   Add 1/2 cup of freeze-dried broccoli florets to the jar.

3. 3

   Add 1/4 cup of cheddar cheese powder, 1 tablespoon of chicken bouillon powder, 1 teaspoon of onion powder, 1/2 teaspoon of garlic powder, and 1/2 teaspoon of salt.

4. 4

   Seal the jar with a lid and ring, then shake well to combine all ingredients thoroughly. For long-term storage, you can vacuum seal the jar.

5. 5

   To prepare the rice: In a medium saucepan, bring 2 cups of water and 1 tablespoon of butter to a boil.

6. 6

   Stir in the entire contents of the rice mix jar.

7. 7

   Reduce the heat to low, cover the saucepan with a tight-fitting lid, and simmer for 15 to 20 minutes, or until the liquid is fully absorbed and the rice is tender.

8. 8

   Remove from heat and let the rice sit, covered, for 5 minutes before fluffing with a fork and serving.

Notes

For best results, use freeze-dried broccoli rather than dehydrated, as it rehydrates faster and maintains better texture. If you don't have a vacuum sealer, the mix will still stay fresh in a cool, dry pantry for several months.

Nutrition per serving

• side dish
• pantry staple
• homemade mix
• vegetarian
• easy
• meal prep
• rice