Grandma's Broccoli a La Don Recipe: A Beloved Broccoli Casserole Recipe by Judy Thow

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a year ago

Grandma's Broccoli a La Don Recipe: A Beloved Broccoli Casserole Recipe

Want to jazz up your broccoli for the holidays, Thanksgiving or a family get-together? Try this easy, cheesy, broccoli recipe that has crunchy cheese crackers. Delish!

If you're cooking for a large group, simply double the recipe. If you're not a fan of broccoli, try it with fresh cauliflower florets or even carrots.

Cuisine: American
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes
Servings: 6

Ingredients

  • 1 large bunch fresh broccoli, cut into bite-size pieces
  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 4 tablespoons butter
  • 2 tablespoons flour
  • 1 cup milk
  • 1 cup grated cheddar cheese
  • 15 cheddar cheese crackers, crushed
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese

Here’s how to make it:

  1. Cook broccoli until tender. Drain, season with garlic powder and set aside.
  2. Melt 2 tablespoons of butter in a saucepan. Add the flour and whisk until well blended. Add milk and whisk until smooth. Cook until sauce thickens. Add cheddar cheese and stir until cheese has melted.
  3. Arrange half of the broccoli in the bottom of an ovenproof casserole. Sprinkle with half of the cracker crumbs and half of the Parmesan cheese. Dot with 1 tablespoon of butter. Repeat each layer.
  4. Pour sauce over the top. Bake at 350 degrees F for 20 minutes. 

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Donna John
You can't go wrong with cheese and broccoli, Judy Thow! Going to make this ASAP!
Janie Hollingsworth
What a treat! I made tonight and it was a hit! Nice I already had all the ingredients... thx!!!!
Linda Stapp
Oh, yummy!! Broccoli and cheese is one of my favorites and this recipe sounds scrumptious! Adding to my Christmas menu!
Diane
Judy, this looks delicious and easy. I absolutely love cheese on my veggies thank you. Going to make it ASAP
Elisa Schmitz
Oh my, this sounds delish! Thank you for all the yumminess you share with us, Judy Thow!

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