Happy New Year!! This is my first blog of 2016. What better way to start the year off than by talking about what I did on New Year's Day. Last year's New Year's Day Pizza Party was such a success that I decided (or rather my family not so subtly suggested) we do it again this year. I love cooking for my family and friends-I just don't always have the time to do it. This party was the perfect excuse to have everyone over to see our new apartment . Yes we moved, again... My brother suggested Asian food this time and I thought, why not? Originally, I was only going to make egg drop soup and fried rice. But somehow, egg rolls got added to the mix. Then, my boyfriend, who doesn't like either of these dishes, asked if could make chow mien and firecracker chicken (it is New Year's Day, after all). Suddenly, my small menu, turned into an Asian feast. But I wasn't worried, so what that I had never made Lumpia (Filipino egg rolls) or Firecracker chicken from scratch. Challenge accepted!
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Hello! I wanted to share with you guys a quick side dish for your Thanksgiving dinner. I present my Rice, Broccoli and Cheese Casserole, or as I like to call it RBC casserole. Originally, my mom got this recipe from one of her co-workers a long time ago. She brought it home and wanted me to make for Thanksgiving. I had just really gotten into cooking so I jumped at the chance to be a part of a holiday meal. Ever since that year, I have made this casserole every Thanksgiving (and Christmas for that matter). For a while it was my signature Holiday dish. I have since added to my reportoire but this recipe still holds a special place in my heart.
I have tweaked this recipe so many times, I don't even remember the original recipe. Good thing this dish is incredibly easy to make and versatile! If you don't like broccoli, use a vegetable you prefer (asparagus would be great). Not a fan of cheddar? Try fontina or any other cheese you like. You can even make this a meal by adding chicken or leftover turkey. (Can you say Thanksgiving leftovers?) |
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