Food Glorious Food

Please don't mind me, food is on my mind. Lot's of food. Like I mentioned, I am ravenous. When I hear the mere mention of food, my stomach growls. Please don't mention homemade cookies, milkshakes, or other goodies, unless you have some to share with this pregnant woman. (wink) One of my ultimate favorite comfort foods is my Mother-in-law's Chicken and Broccoli Casserole recipe. I made a huge portion last week, as it was my turn to cook for extended family.
Chicken and Broccoli Casserole (Serves about 6; I tripled the recipe for my extended family)
4 pieces of chicken breast, cooked
1-2 lbs. broccoli florets, cooked
2 cups cooked rice
3-4 garlic cloves, minced
1 medium onion, chopped
1 (16 oz) sour cream
sesame seed (Sprinkle on top of the casserole)
Cook rice according to the package directions. Cook chicken until done. Take out of pan to let cool and cut up into quarter inch pieces. Meanwhile, cook the broccoli for 3-5 minutes in same broth. Cook garlic and onion in the pan. Put rice into casserole dish. In a separate bowl, mix chicken, broccoli, garlic, onion, and sour cream. Pour on top of rice. Sprinkle sesame seed on top and bake at 20-30 minutes @350 degrees until sesame seed is brown.
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My dear 6 year old daughter, Lily, is a true foodie. Her favorite hobby is cooking and baking with mommy. She loves gathering all of the ingredients and whipping something up. Yesterday, I was feeling really sick, and the mere idea of preparing dinner seemed overwhelming. My little sweetie told me to rest on the couch, and preceded to assemble this hashbrown casserole. It is such a blessing when little ones try to take care of their mama's, isn't it?