Broccoli-Ham Hot Dish

• 2 packages (10 ounces each) frozen cut broccoli
• 2 cups cooked rice
• 6 tablespoons butter, cubed
• 2 cups fresh bread crumbs (about 2-1/2 slices)
• 1 medium onion, chopped
• 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon pepper
• 3 cups milk
• 1-1/2 pounds fully cooked ham, cubed
• Shredded cheddar or Swiss cheese

Directions

• Cook broccoli according to package directions; drain. Spoon rice into a 13-in. x 9-in. baking pan. Place broccoli over rice.
• Melt butter in a large skillet. Sprinkle 2 tablespoons of melted butter over the bread crumbs and set aside. In remaining butter, saute onion until soft. Add the flour, salt and pepper, stirring constantly until blended; stir in milk. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Add ham.
• Pour over rice and broccoli. Sprinkle with crumbs. Bake at 350° for 30 minutes or until heated through. Sprinkle with cheese; let stand 5 minutes before serving. Yield: 8 servings.

From Taste of Home