Broccoli & Rice Casserole

1 (8 oz) jar cheese spread
3 (10 oz) pkg. frozen broccoli, thawed & drained
3 c. rice, cooked & cold
2 T. butter
1 onion, chopped
1 can cream of chicken
1/2 c. milk
1/2 c. almonds, chopped
1 small can mushrooms, sliced & drained

Combine rice and broccoli in casserole dish. In frying pan, melt butter. Add onion and saute. Add cream of chicken, milk, cheese spread, and mushrooms. Cook until well-blended. Pour over broccoli and rice. Bake, covered, at 350 degrees for 25 minutes. Remove cover, add almonds and bake an additional 15 minutes.

From the kitchen of ... Dianne