Description
Broccoli Cheese Casserole brings comfort straight from Grandma’s kitchen to your dinner table. Creamy, cheesy, and packed with wholesome broccoli, this hearty dish delivers pure satisfaction in just one delicious scoop.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients:
- 4 cups broccoli florets
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 can (10.5 ounces) condensed cream of mushroom soup
- 1 cup sour cream
Supporting Ingredients:
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
- ¼ teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper
Topping Ingredients:
- 1 cup crushed Ritz crackers
- ¼ cup melted butter
Optional Ingredients:
- ½ cup cheese whiz
- 1 cup cooked white rice
Instructions
- Warm your oven to 350°F, preparing a spacious baking area for the casserole.
- Steam fresh broccoli florets for 3-4 minutes until bright green, or microwave frozen florets for 3-5 minutes. Drain thoroughly to prevent excess moisture.
- Whisk together 1 can cream of mushroom soup, 1 cup sour cream, ½ cup mayonnaise, ¼ teaspoon garlic powder, ¼ teaspoon onion powder, salt, and pepper in a large mixing bowl.
- Fold 4 cups broccoli into the creamy mixture. Optional: mix in 1 cup cooked white rice for extra substance.
- Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with non-stick spray or butter. Spread the broccoli mixture evenly across the surface.
- Crush 1 cup Ritz crackers and mix with ¼ cup melted butter. Sprinkle this crunchy topping over the casserole. Consider adding an extra ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese for more richness.
- Bake at 350°F for 25-30 minutes until the top turns golden brown and the center becomes bubbly and hot.
- Allow the casserole to rest for 5 minutes after removing from the oven. This helps the sauce set and makes serving easier.
Notes
- Drain broccoli thoroughly to prevent a watery casserole and ensure a rich, creamy texture.
- Experiment with different cheese varieties like sharp cheddar or gruyere to customize the flavor profile.
- For a gluten-free version, swap Ritz crackers with gluten-free breadcrumbs or crushed cornflakes.
- Boost protein content by adding cooked chicken or diced ham to make the casserole a complete meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25-30 minutes
- Category: Casseroles
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 377 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 810 mg
- Fat: 29 g
- Saturated Fat: 11 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 15 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 17 g
- Cholesterol: 65 mg