Granny's Cheesy Broccoli Rice

Ingredients

1 cup long grain white rice 

1 red onion, chopped 

Celery, chopped 

1 stick butter 

1 can cream of mushroom soup 

1 can cream of chicken soup 

2/3 cup milk 

1 large package frozen broccoli florets or 2 bunches fresh broccoli? 

2 cups shredded cheddar cheese 

Salt and pepper 

Preparation

Cook rice according to package directions. Cook onion and celery in butter until translucent. Cook broccoli according to package directions or if using fresh, boil until tender and then chop. In a large mixing bowl, combine soups, milk, rice, broccoli, vegetables and salt and pepper to taste. Place in preheated 350 degree oven for 45 minutes or until hot and bubbly. Garnish with a sprinkle of smoked paprika.? 

This recipe can be frozen and baked later. Sometimes I bake half and freeze half for another day.