This Broccoli Cheese Casserole recipe has it all: tender broccoli, a creamy cheddar cheese sauce and a buttery cracker topping that’ll have everyone coming back for seconds. Whether it’s a holiday feast, a potluck or a simple weeknight dinner, this side dish is always a hit!
5 from 1 vote
Prep Time 10 minutesmins
Cook Time 35 minutesmins
Total Time 45 minutesmins
Servings 6servings
Ingredients
Unsalted butter, for greasing baking dish
8cupsfresh broccoli florets (See Kelly’s Note)
1(10.5-oz.)can cream of mushroom soup
1/2cupsour cream
1/2cupmayonnaise
2teaspoonsgarlic powder
2large eggs
1 1/2cupsfreshly grated sharp cheddar cheese
1 1/2cupscrushed cheddar cheese or regular crackers
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the broccoli and cook for 1 minute. Immediately drain the broccoli then transfer it onto a kitchen towel or paper towels to absorb any excess moisture.
In a large bowl, whisk together the cream of mushroom soup, sour cream, mayonnaise, garlic powder, eggs, 1 teaspoon kosher salt and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper. Stir in the cheddar cheese and broccoli.
Transfer the mixture into the prepared baking pan then bake the casserole for 20 minutes. Top it with the crushed crackers and bake until the crackers are toasted, an additional 10 to 15 minutes. Let cool slightly then serve.
Notes
If using frozen broccoli, thaw and drain it thoroughly then skip the blanching step.
Make ahead: Assemble the casserole (without the cracker topping), cover it tightly with plastic wrap and store it in the fridge for up to 24 hours. If baking straight from the fridge, add 5 to 10 extra minutes to the baking time.
Leftovers: Store leftover casserole in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat in the oven at 350°F until warmed through, or microwave individual portions.
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