Description
Paula Deen Broccoli Casserole delivers comfort straight from your kitchen, melting cheese and creamy goodness into a crowd-pleasing side dish that brings smiles around the dinner table.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients:
- 4 cups broccoli florets
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- ½ cup cooked rice
Dairy and Creamy Components:
- 1 cup sour cream
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- ¼ cup butter, melted
Seasoning and Topping:
- ½ cup onion, chopped
- ½ cup crushed crackers
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Crank your oven to a toasty 350F and grab a 9×13 inch baking dish for this comfort creation.
- Steam 4 cups broccoli florets for 3-4 minutes until they’re bright green and tender-crisp, then thoroughly drain excess water.
- Whisk 1 cup sour cream, ½ cup mayonnaise, and 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese into a smooth, creamy base in a large mixing bowl.
- Fold ½ cup cooked rice and ½ cup chopped onions into the creamy mixture, ensuring everything gets evenly distributed.
- Gently incorporate your steamed broccoli into the mixture, seasoning with ½ teaspoon salt and ¼ teaspoon black pepper.
- Transfer the entire mixture into your prepared baking dish, spreading it evenly with a spatula.
- Sprinkle ½ cup crushed crackers across the top, then drizzle ¼ cup melted butter over the cracker layer for golden crispness.
- Slide the casserole into the preheated oven and bake for exactly 30 minutes until the top turns golden brown and edges start bubbling.
- Remove from oven and let stand for 5 minutes before serving to allow the casserole to set and cool slightly.
Notes
- Ensure broccoli is well-drained to prevent a watery casserole that loses its creamy texture.
- Swap regular crackers with gluten-free alternatives for those with wheat sensitivities.
- Experiment with different cheeses like sharp cheddar or gruyere for more complex flavor profiles.
- Prep this dish ahead of time by assembling and refrigerating, then baking right before serving for maximum convenience.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Casseroles
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Southern American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 7
- Calories: 296 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 390 mg
- Fat: 23 g
- Saturated Fat: 9 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 15 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 7 g
- Cholesterol: 40 mg