Seafood Casserole *for Those Who Don't Like Seafood*

I'm not a big fan of seafood, nor is my husband, but wow! This casserole left a big impression; it even smelled great before I put it in the oven. My 5-year-old son had seconds, and he never does that! Hope you like it as much as we do.

• Ready In: 55 mins
• Serves: 6

Ingredients

• 1  lb  seafood, your choice (I used a medley)
• 2  cups  cheddar broccoli flavored rice, prepared (5.7 oz. pkg.)
• 1⁄2 medium onion, chopped
• 3⁄4 cup broccoli, chopped
• 3⁄4 cup carrot, sliced
• 1⁄2 cup mayonnaise
• 1⁄2 cup milk or 1⁄2 cup half-and-half
• 8  ounces  cream of celery soup, undiluted
• 1  teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
• 1⁄2 teaspoon onion powder
• 1⁄4 teaspoon pepper
•  salt
•  breadcrumbs or   crushed  cracker
•  cheddar cheese, shredded
• 1⁄2 oranges (optional) or 1⁄2  yellow pepper, chopped (optional)
• 1⁄2 cup celery, chopped (optional)

Directions

1. Set oven to 375 degrees.
2. Prepare rice according to directions.
3. Meanwhile, in a large bowl combine seafood, onion, broccoli, celery, orange/yellow pepper, and carrots.
4. In a small bowl, mix together mayonnaise, milk or half and half, cream of celery soup, worcestershire sauce, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
5. Combine mayonnaise mixture with seafood/vegetable combination.
6. Add rice and stir.
7. Spread contents into greased 9x13 dish.
8. Top with cheddar cheese, then breadcrumbs or crushed crackers.
9. Bake uncovered for 40-45 minutes.