Ingredients

  • 1 onion, finely chopped
  • 4 tablespoons butter (1/2 stick)
  • 1 tablespoon garlic, minced
  • 2 (6 ounce) boxes long grain and wild rice blend (with seasoning mix - 6 Ounces each)
  • 2 (10 3/4 ounce) cans cream of chicken soup (10 3/4 Ounces each)
  • 2 (14 ounce) cans chicken broth (14 Ounces each)
  • 1 quart heavy whipping cream
  • 1 lb American cheese (Velveeta)
  • 1 lb broccoli (frozen & chopped)
  • salt
  • black pepper
  • white pepper
  • cayenne pepper, to taste

Method

  • Thaw broccoli at room temperature, but do not cook.
  • Drain broccoli in colander and set aside.
  • In large pot cook long grain & wild rice according to directions on box and set aside.
  • In large dutch oven melt butter and saute' onions until soft, about 30 minutes.
  • Add cream of chicken soup, velveeta cheese, heavy whipping cream, minced garlic, seasonings to taste and drained broccoli, stirring well.
  • Simmer over low heat for 20 minutes or until cheese is melted, stirring often to prevent sticking.
  • Add cooked long grain & wild rice and adjust seasonings to taste.
  • Cover and simmer over low heat for approximately 20 minutes, stirring often to avoid sticking.