Description
Broccoli Cheese Casserole brings warmth to your dinner table with creamy, cheesy goodness that wraps your taste buds in pure comfort. Simplicity meets satisfaction in this crowd-pleasing side dish that guarantees smiles around your family’s plate.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 4 cups broccoli florets
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup cooked rice
Supporting Ingredients:
- 1 can cream of mushroom soup
- ½ cup milk
Seasoning Ingredients:
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- Salt
- Pepper
Instructions
- Warm your oven to a steady 350F, creating the perfect cooking environment for your casserole.
- Combine 4 cups of broccoli florets, 1 cup of cooked rice, 1 can of cream of mushroom soup, and ½ cup of milk in a spacious mixing bowl.
- Sprinkle ½ teaspoon each of garlic powder and onion powder into the mixture, then season with salt and pepper to your taste preference.
- Fold 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese directly into the blend, ensuring even distribution of the creamy goodness.
- Grease your baking dish thoroughly to prevent any sticky situations when serving.
- Pour the entire mixture into the prepared dish, spreading it evenly with a spatula.
- Scatter the remaining 1 cup of cheddar cheese across the top, creating a golden, melty blanket.
- Slide the casserole into the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes until the cheese turns bubbly and develops a beautiful golden-brown crust.
- Remove from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes to allow the flavors to settle and make serving easier.
Notes
- Selecting fresh broccoli ensures the best texture and flavor in your casserole.
- Grate your own cheese for a more melty and authentic result compared to pre-shredded varieties.
- For a gluten-free version, replace cream of mushroom soup with homemade white sauce or a gluten-free alternative.
- Add cooked chicken or diced ham to transform this side dish into a complete meal that delivers protein and extra heartiness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25-30 minutes
- Category: Casseroles
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 275 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 550 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0.3 g
- Carbohydrates: 12 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 15 g
- Cholesterol: 45 mg