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Comfort Salmon Rice Casserole

Comfort Salmon Rice Casserole: Your Cozy Dinner Solution

Comfort Salmon Rice Casserole is a cozy dish featuring flaky salmon in a creamy, curry-infused sauce, topped with bubbling cheese. Perfect for family dinners.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 360
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 2 cups cooked rice leftover rice works wonderfully!
  • 14.75 oz canned salmon flaked salmon
For the Sauce
  • 2 cups 1% low-fat milk can substitute with whole milk or dairy-free options
  • 0.25 cup flour used for roux
  • 4 tablespoons soft margarine can use butter
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt essential for flavor
  • 1 tablespoon curry powder adjust to taste
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce enhances flavor
For the Topping
  • 1 cup cheddar cheese (grated) or Swiss, mozzarella, or parmesan

Equipment

  • 9x13-inch casserole dish
  • medium saucepan
  • whisk

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13 inch casserole dish.
  2. Melt 4 tablespoons of soft margarine in a medium saucepan over medium heat, then whisk in ¼ cup of flour and ½ teaspoon of salt.
  3. Slowly whisk in 2 cups of 1% low-fat milk into the roux, stirring for about 3–4 minutes until thickened.
  4. Gently fold in one 14.75 oz can of flaked salmon and 2–3 cups of cooked rice until evenly coated.
  5. Transfer the mixture into the prepared casserole dish and spread evenly.
  6. Sprinkle one cup of grated cheddar cheese over the top of the casserole.
  7. Bake for 30 minutes until the cheese is bubbling and golden.
  8. Let it rest for about 5–10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 360kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 650mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 400IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Feel free to experiment with various vegetables or cheeses to customize this dish to your taste. Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days.

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