Comments on: Broccoli-Rice Casserole (No Canned Soup)

By: Scarlett

Scarlett — Tue, 07 Feb 2012 18:19:57 +0000

This is amazing!!!!!

By: Paula

Paula — Mon, 06 Feb 2012 16:09:59 +0000

Karen, Thanks for your suggestions to make this gluten-free. I always have almond milk in the house, too, so will try that. Thanks for writing. pr

By: Karen

Karen — Sun, 05 Feb 2012 03:41:12 +0000

I made it gluten free by using corn starch instead of the flour. You will need to boil the milk then add the cornstarch mixed with a little liquid. I also used almond milk instead of the milk and american/swiss/provolone for the cheese.

By: Tami

Tami — Thu, 02 Feb 2012 12:12:13 +0000

P.S. Pinning this recipe on Pinterest!

By: Tami

Tami — Thu, 02 Feb 2012 12:08:54 +0000

I too, am so happy to find your recipe for BRC without the soup! We’ve had this dish at family gatherings for over 35 years…all with soup! Ha! So, needless to say, I’m anxious to give this a go. I also love that the sauce can be made in the micro. I always make custard from scratch, mind you, in the microwave. I mix the milk, sugar, corn starch and egg yolks in a bowl and nuke it at one minute intervals, stirring with a whisk after every minute. In about 10-15 minutes I have a lovely smooth custard for puddings or pies. (amazing what you can get done in between those minute intervals!) Anyway, thanks for the recipe! –Tami

By: Vinita

Vinita — Wed, 25 Jan 2012 22:37:06 +0000

Delicious, healthy and easy! What more could I ask for? Just made it and loving it-hoping the kids love it at dinnertime too! Thanks!

By: Janet

Janet — Wed, 18 Jan 2012 15:57:57 +0000

Hi Paula,
Thanks for the good advice..I also eat plenty of fruit and salads…..and I absolutely love your website, thank you for sharing your knowledge and experience with all who venture outside the box (or soup can). Looking forward to all of your future postings.

yer fren

By: Paula

Paula — Wed, 18 Jan 2012 12:57:15 +0000

Hi Janet, Perhaps you read my previous comment on this post to another reader so I won’t go over it again. I would just say in response to your question about enzymes….frankly, I’ve got better things to worry about. For me, I eat plenty of fresh fruit and veggies (like salad in a jar) and avoid eating out too much. If I lose a few enzymes, I don’t really care. The microwave actually allows me to eat much healthier in general. Because it is so fast, I can make my own food from scratch that most people buy already processed in the store or just go out to eat because the stove-top method is too difficult or time-consuming. I could go on about the inconsistencies of most people in their diet choices but I’ll stop since I have several myself. We’re complicated, aren’t we? Thanks for writing.

By: Janet

Janet — Tue, 17 Jan 2012 21:01:26 +0000

Paula, It’s so nice to find a recipe without canned soup in it…you are so right about eliminating the heavy sodium by making the soup base yourself. I DO NOT have one can of soup in my pantry….it’s easier to make than driving to the mega mart to buy it…BUT, I wanted to tell you that I have read that microwaves not only destroy vitamins (but so does cooking conventionally) but it also destroys ENZYMES….tell me what you know about that so I don’t have to feel guilty for using my microwave.
Love your website
sincerely yer nu fren Janet….(I didn’t misspell that, I’m from the Ozarks)

By: Paula

Paula — Wed, 11 Jan 2012 00:17:38 +0000

Hi Beverly, Thanks for dropping by. As you can imagine, I disagree with your stance on microwaves from several angles but we each have to study and read to discern who to believe on the issue since few of us have the resources or knowledge to actually determine the risks and benefits ourselves. Since my degree is in Home Economics, i have completed several nutrition courses which does not make me a scientist but does make me leary about a lot of things I see, hear, and read, epecially on the internet. I could get on my soapbox but I have a feeling we may have to agree to disagree on this one. Cordially, paula