Ingredients:

4 tablespoons butter, plus more for greasing pan

4 cloves garlic, minced

1/4 cup flour

2 cups milk

1 teaspoon dijon mustard

1/2 teaspoon salt and black pepper

2 + 1/2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded

1/3 cup fresh Parmesan cheese, shredded

3 cups cooked rice

2 -3 cups cooked broccoli florets

Directions:

1. Grease a 9x13-inch casserole pan.

2. Preheat oven to 400 degrees F.

3. In a large saucepan melt the butter over low heat; add garlic and saute until fragrant.

4. Whisk in flour and cook 3-4 minutes, whisking constantly.

5. Slowly whisk in milk, mustard and season with salt and pepper, bring to a simmer 4 minutes, whisking occasionally.

6. Add 2 cups of cheddar cheese and parmesan; stir until mostly melted; remove from heat.

7. Stir in rice and broccoli florets, pour into casserole pan, sprinkle remaining 1/2 cup cheese over top.

8. Bake 30 minutes until bubbly and lightly golden on top.

Bon Appetit!