- 6 cups fresh broccoli florets
- 1 (14.5 ounce) can fat-free reduced-sodium chicken broth
- 2 cups instant white rice, uncooked
- 1/2 pound VELVEETA Pasteurized Prepared Cheese Product, cut up
- 1 1/2 tablespoons butter
- 10 RITZ Crackers, crushed
- 2 tablespoons KRAFT 100% Grated Parmesan Cheese
- Bring broccoli and broth to boil in medium saucepan on medium-high heat. Stir in rice; cover. Remove from heat. Let stand 5 min. Stir in VELVEETA; cover. Let stand 5 min. Stir until VELVEETA is completely melted. Spoon into microwaveable serving bowl; cover with plastic wrap. Refrigerate up to 24 hours.
- Meanwhile, melt butter in small skillet on medium heat. Add cracker crumbs; cook 2 to 3 min. or until golden brown, stirring frequently. Cool completely. Stir in Parmesan cheese. Spoon into resealable plastic bag; seal bag. Store at room temperature up to 24 hours.
- Vent plastic wrap covering broccoli mixture. Microwave on HIGH 5 to 6 min. or until heated through; stir. Sprinkle with cracker crumb mixture. Microwave, uncovered, an additional 2 to 3 min. or until heated through.