Broccoli Casserole Recipe With Cheese Whiz

Ingredients

• 4 cups fresh broccoli florets (washed and chopped into bite-sized pieces)
• 1 cup cooked white rice (helps add body and balance the texture)
• 1/2 cup finely chopped onion (for subtle sharpness)
• 1 cup sliced mushrooms (optional, for extra earthiness)
• 1 cup Cheese Whiz (the star ingredient that adds creamy, cheesy goodness)
• 1/2 cup sour cream (to enhance creaminess and tang)
• 1/4 cup milk (adjust consistency)
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (for extra cheesy flavor and topping)
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder (adds aromatic depth)
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper (freshly ground recommended)
• 1 teaspoon salt (adjust to taste)
• 1/4 cup butter (for sautéing the onions and mushrooms)
• 1/2 cup crushed Ritz crackers or breadcrumbs (for a golden, crunchy topping)