Cheesy broccoli and rice mug
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Quick-cooking rice, broccoli and cheddar cooked together in one mug in the microwave. A warm single serving with no stovetop.
Ingredients
- 5 tablespoons rice (quick cooking)
- ⅔ cup (5oz/150g) cold water
- 2 broccoli florets (finely chopped)
- ½ teaspoon cornstarch (corn flour)
- 3 tablespoons milk
- 4 tablespoons grated cheddar
- Salt to taste
Equipment
- microwave-safe bowl
- mug
Directions
- Put the rice, broccoli and cold water in a very large microwavable bowl or mug. Cover with a plate.
- Microwave 3½ to 4 minutes, staying close by because the water can boil over.
- Mix in the cornstarch, milk, grated cheese and a pinch of salt.
- Microwave about 1 minute 30 seconds longer to heat it through and thicken it with the cornstarch.
- Serve warm.
Notes
Ingredients can be mixed in advance (refrigerate, since it contains fresh broccoli and dairy). Times depend on microwave and mug size.
Nutrition
Serving: 434g | Calories: 438kcal | Carbohydrates: 65g | Protein: 21g | Fat: 12g | Saturated Fat: 6.5g | Trans Fat: 0g | Cholesterol: 33mg | Sodium: 288mg | Potassium: 1127mg | Fiber: 7.7g | Sugar: 7g | Vitamin A: 9428IU | Vitamin C: 280mg | Calcium: 413mg | Iron: 5.2mg
Nutrition is an estimate per serving from USDA FoodData Central, for the whole recipe (1 serving); rice counted as dry long-grain white rice, milk counted as whole milk. Brands and portions vary, so use it only as an approximation.
