Cheesy broccoli and rice mug

Course Side Dish

Cuisine American

Keyword broccoli rice mug, microwave rice meal, mug meal, single serving cheesy rice

Prep Time 5

Cook Time 5

Total Time 10

Servings 1 serving

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

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

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.