Simple Broccoli Casserole Recipe
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Simple Broccoli Casserole Recipe
Description
The Simple Broccoli Casserole Recipe features fresh broccoli steamed until just tender and combined in a baking dish with a cheese sauce made from cream of mushroom soup, milk, and shredded cheddar cheese. The warm, smooth sauce binds the broccoli providing creamy, savory flavor enhanced by the sharpness of cheddar.
A topping of crushed butter crackers and extra cheese finishes the dish before baking uncovered at 350 degrees Fahrenheit. This step creates a golden, crisp crust that contrasts with the soft broccoli and rich sauce beneath. The casserole is allowed to cool slightly after baking to set.
This recipe is straightforward and uses common ingredients to produce a classic broccoli casserole with a balance of creamy and crunchy textures. It can be served as a side dish accompanying various main courses for family meals or gatherings.
Swapping the cream of mushroom soup for cream of broccoli soup is a possible variation if preferred, influencing the flavor slightly.
Ingredients
- 2 pounds broccoli cut into small pieces
- 10.5 ounces cream of mushroom soup (1 can)
- 1 cup milk
- 2 ½ cups cheddar cheese divided, shredded
- 17 butter crackers crushed (1/2 sleeve, Ritz brand
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350 degrees F. Spray a 9-inch x 13-inch baking dish with non-stick cooking spray. Set aside
- Steam the broccoli in a large pot of simmering water until slightly tender, about 6-7 minutes. Remove from heat and transfer to an ice bath to stop the cooking.
- Drain the broccoli and transfer to the prepared baking dish.
- In a small saucepan over medium heat, whisk together the soup, milk, and 1 1/2 cups cheese. Cook for 3-5 minutes until warmed through and the cheese has melted.
- Pour the cheese sauce evenly over the broccoli. Top with most of the remaining cheese. Top with crushed crackers and more cheese.
- Bake uncovered for 30 minutes or until top is golden. Remove from oven and allow to cool slightly before serving.
Notes
- You can substitute cream of broccoli soup for the cream of mushroom to change the flavor profile.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 8Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 239 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 239kcal | 12% |
| Carbohydrates | 15g | 5% |
| Protein | 12g | 24% |
| Fat | 14g | 22% |
| Saturated Fat | 7g | 35% |
| Cholesterol | 34mg | 11% |
| Sodium | 586mg | 24% |
| Potassium | 309mg | 7% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 3g | 6% |
| Vitamin A | 685IU | 14% |
| Vitamin C | 50.6mg | 56% |
| Calcium | 286mg | 29% |
| Iron | 1.5mg | 8% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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