How to Make Broccoli Casserole - A Step-by-Step Guide

Broccoli casserole is a classic comfort food dish that combines tender broccoli florets, creamy cheese sauce, and a crunchy topping. It's a versatile dish that can be served as a side dish or as a main course, and it's perfect for feeding a crowd at a family gathering or potluck. This recipe is easy to make and can be customized to suit your taste preferences, making it a go-to dish for any occasion.

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Ingredients

  • 5 tablespoons butter, divided
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 2 (10 ounce) packages chopped frozen broccoli, thawed
  • 1 (10.5 ounce) can condensed cream of mushroom soup
  • 1 cup shredded sharp Cheddar cheese
  • 1 cup mayonnaise
  • 2 large eggs, beaten
  • 1 ½ teaspoons lemon juice
  • ½ teaspoon garlic salt
  • ½ teaspoon seasoned salt
  • ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 12 buttery round crackers, crushed fine

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 55 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr 15 mins
  • Servings: 8
  • Yield: 1 2-quart casserole

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Cut 2 tablespoons butter into small pieces; set aside.
  • Melt remaining 3 tablespoons butter in a medium skillet over medium-high heat. Add onion and sauté until golden, 7 to 9 minutes.
  • Transfer onion to a 2-quart casserole dish. Stir in broccoli, condensed soup, Cheddar, mayonnaise, eggs, lemon juice, garlic salt, seasoned salt, and pepper until well combined. Sprinkle crushed crackers over top and dot with reserved butter.
  • Bake, uncovered, in the preheated oven until heated through and browned on top, about 45 minutes.
  • Nutrition

    423 cal.

    • Total Fat: 39g
    • Saturated Fat: 12g
    • Cholesterol: 79mg
    • Sodium: 795mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 12g
    • Dietary Fiber: 3g
    • Total Sugars: 3g
    • Protein: 8g
    • Vitamin C: 41mg
    • Calcium: 167mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 236mg