The Only Broccoli Cheese Casserole Recipe You Will Ever Need (Chef Approved) Casseroles Vegetables Side Dishes Gluten-free Vegetarian

What is it about broccoli cheese casserole? Is it the tender pieces of broccoli or the creamy, cheesy sauce that gets us? Who cares. It's one vegetable casserole that almost everyone loves and it's so easy to make.

This easy broccoli cheese casserole uses simple ingredients that you probably already have in your pantry or refrigerator. Here's what you need to surprise your family with this fan favorite tonight: fresh broccoli, cream of mushroom soup, cheddar cheese, Monterey Jack cheese, an egg, onion powder, Panko breadcrumbs (optional ingredient) and mayonnaise. Yes, mayo is my secret ingredient that adds even more creaminess to this casserole recipe.

Serve this cheesy broccoli casserole as a side dish with your favorite dinner.

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Cuisine: American
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 35 minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes
Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 8 cups fresh broccoli florets
• 1 can (10.5 ounces) condensed cream of mushroom soup
• 1 cup grated cheddar cheese
• 1/4 cup water
• 1 egg
• 1/2 cup mayonnaise
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 1 cup panko (optional)
• 1/2 cup grated Monterey Jack cheese

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Recipe Notes

• Use whatever cheeses you like for the filling and the topping. Think Swiss, mozzarella, Fontina, Gruyere, Colby Jack, Provolone or a Mexican cheese blend.

• The Panko adds some crunch to the top, but it's optional. Skip it if you prefer this casserole to be gluten-free (or use gluten-free Panko). 

• If you want a broccoli rice casserole, stir some cooked rice in before baking.

Here's how to make it: 

1. Bring a large pot of water to boil. Boil broccoli for 1 to 2 minutes. Drain and run under cold water to stop the cooking process. Set aside.
2. In a large mixing bowl, combine mushroom soup, mayonnaise, eggs, onion powder, water and shredded cheddar cheese. Mix well. Pour over broccoli and toss to combine. 
3. Pour into a greased casserole dish. Sprinkle Panko on top, if using. Cover with the Monterey Jack cheese. Bake in a preheated 400-degree F oven for 30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts Per Serving

Calories: 353

Total Fat: 20.8g

Saturated Fat: 8.1g

Cholesterol: 60mg

Sodium: 827mg

Total Carbohydrate: 29.7g

Dietary Fiber: 4g

Total Sugars: 5.5g

Protein: 14.5g

Vitamin D: 5mcg

Calcium: 307mg

Iron: 3mg

Potassium: 485mg

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