Cheesy Broccoli Casserole Bake (Print Version)

Creamy casserole of broccoli, cheddar cheese, and crunchy buttery topping. Perfect for gatherings or family meals.

# Components:

→ Vegetables

01 - 5 cups broccoli florets, fresh or frozen and thawed
02 - 1 small yellow onion, finely chopped
03 - 2 cloves garlic, minced

→ Dairy & Eggs

04 - 2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
05 - 1 cup sour cream
06 - 1/2 cup milk
07 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
08 - 2 large eggs, beaten

→ Pantry

09 - 1 can (10.5 ounces) condensed cream of mushroom soup
10 - 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
11 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
12 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
13 - 1 cup crushed Ritz crackers or seasoned breadcrumbs
14 - 1 tablespoon olive oil or melted butter for topping

# Preparation Steps:

01 - Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
02 - In a large skillet, melt 2 tablespoons butter over medium heat. Sauté the chopped onion for 3 to 4 minutes until translucent. Add minced garlic and cook for 1 minute longer.
03 - In a large mixing bowl, combine broccoli florets, sautéed onion and garlic, condensed soup, sour cream, milk, beaten eggs, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper. Fold in 1 1/2 cups of shredded cheddar cheese until evenly incorporated.
04 - Transfer the broccoli mixture into the prepared baking dish and spread evenly. Sprinkle the remaining 1/2 cup of cheddar cheese over the top.
05 - In a small bowl, stir together the crushed crackers and olive oil or melted butter. Distribute the mixture evenly over the casserole.
06 - Bake for 30 minutes, or until the casserole is bubbling and the topping is golden brown. Allow to rest for 5 minutes before serving.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • easy enough for a weeknight or a potluck
  • crowd-pleaser with both kids and adults
  • great for using up that bag of frozen broccoli or veggies on hand
  • simple pantry and fridge ingredients
02 -
  • high in comforting flavor and fiber from broccoli
  • easy to customize with a variety of cheeses and add-ins
  • makes delicious leftovers for lunch or meal prep
03 -
  • Grate your own cheese for the best melt Pre-shredded cheese can make your sauce grainy
  • Toast the cracker topping in a skillet for maximum crunch if you are short on oven space and want to prep ahead
  • Skip the microwave when reheating if you want to preserve a crisp topping

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