Baked Rice and Broccoli

from the kitchen of a friend


1 small onion -- chopped
1/2 cup celery -- chopped
1 pkg frozen chopped broccoli (10-oz)- thawed
1 tablespoon butter or margarine
1 jar process cheese spread (8-oz)
1 can condensed cream of mushroom (10-3/4 oz) -- undiluted soup
1 can evaporated milk (5-oz)
3 cups cooked rice


In a skillet over medium heat, saute onion, celery and broccoli in
butter for 3-5 minutes. Stir in cheese, soup and milk until smooth.
Place rice in a greased 8-inch square baking dish. Pour cheese mixture
over; do not stir.

Bake, uncovered, at 325 degrees for 25-30 minutes or until hot and bubbly.