Description
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this creamy broccoli cheese casserole. Bursting with rich cheddar and tender broccoli, this delightful dish is perfect for family dinners or cozy gatherings. Easy to prepare and irresistibly cheesy, it’s sure to become a favorite at your table. With a crunchy breadcrumb topping and a hint of warmth from the oven, every bite is a delicious hug in a dish.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups fresh broccoli florets
- 2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of mushroom soup
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 2 tablespoons butter, melted
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Blanch broccoli in boiling water for 2 minutes; drain and set aside.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine blanched broccoli and shredded cheddar cheese.
- Stir in cream of mushroom soup and milk until well mixed.
- Pour mixture into a greased baking dish and spread evenly.
- Combine melted butter with breadcrumbs; sprinkle on top of the casserole.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes until bubbly and golden brown.
- Let cool slightly before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
Keywords: For added flavor, mix in cooked bacon bits or swap sharp cheddar for mozzarella. To make it gluten-free, use gluten-free breadcrumbs.