Description
Broccoli casserole is a comforting, creamy, and cheesy dish that transforms humble broccoli into a crowd-pleaser. It’s perfect for family dinners or potlucks and offers a delightful balance of textures — tender broccoli, rich sauce, and a golden, crunchy topping. This recipe is easy to make with simple pantry ingredients and can be customized with various substitutions to suit your taste and dietary needs.
Ingredients
- 4 cups fresh broccoli florets
- 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of mushroom soup
- 1 cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
- 1 ½ cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese, divided
- 1 cup cooked rice or quinoa (optional)
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder or 2 cloves minced garlic
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 2 tablespoons butter or olive oil
- 1 cup breadcrumbs, crushed crackers, or fried onions for topping
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
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Wash and chop broccoli into bite-sized pieces. Blanch for 2-3 minutes if desired, then drain.
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Sauté onions in butter or olive oil over medium heat until translucent; add garlic last minute.
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In a large bowl, mix cream of mushroom soup, sour cream, sautéed onions, 1 cup cheese, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
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Fold in broccoli and cooked rice or quinoa if using.
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Transfer mixture to a greased casserole dish and spread evenly.
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Sprinkle reserved cheese and topping evenly over the casserole.
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Bake for 20-25 minutes until bubbly and golden on top.
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Let rest for 5-10 minutes before serving.
Notes
For extra crunch, toast breadcrumbs with butter before topping.
Try adding herbs like thyme or parsley for freshness.
Substitute cream of mushroom soup with cream of chicken for a different flavor.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main dish / Side dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American