Awesome Broccoli-Cheese Casserole

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My mom made this broccoli cheese casserole every Thanksgiving when I was little. We kids could never get enough! If you have children or have some coming to visit you as guests this Thanksgiving, I guarantee that they will eat (and enjoy) this veggie dish. It's also fabulous with a Christmas ham.

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Prep Time:
15 mins
Cook Time:
45 mins
Total Time:
1 hr
Servings:
8

This broccoli cheese casserole recipe is easy to make with basic ingredients — it's the perfect weeknight crowd-pleasing dinner!

Broccoli Cheese Casserole Ingredients

These are the ingredients you'll need for this top-rated broccoli cheese casserole recipe:

  • Canned soup: This classic broccoli casserole starts with a can of condensed cream of mushroom soup.
  • Mayonnaise: A cup of mayo adds richness and subtle tangy flavor.
  • Egg: An egg lends moisture and helps hold the ingredients together.
  • Vegetables: You'll need a chopped onion and, of course, frozen broccoli florets.
  • Cheese: For the most delicious results, grate your own Cheddar cheese.
  • Seasonings: The broccoli casserole is seasoned with salt, pepper, and paprika.

How to Make Broccoli Cheese Casserole

You'll find the full, step-by-step recipe below — but here's a brief overview of what you can expect when you make broccoli casserole at home:

  1. Mix the soup, mayo, and egg together.
  2. Add the frozen broccoli florets and cheese.
  3. Transfer the mixture to a prepared baking dish.
  4. Bake in the preheated oven.

How to Store Broccoli Cheese Casserole

Allow the leftover broccoli casserole to cool, then transfer it to an airtight container. Store in the refrigerator for up to three days. Reheat in the oven or in the microwave.

Allrecipes Community Tips and Praise

"Great recipe," raves Dee. "For personal preference I added red pepper, French-fried onions, butter and crackers to the mixture and sprinkled crackers on top. Used American, Cheddar and Velveeta cheese."

"Made this with fresh broccoli, steamed it first," says one Allrecipes community member. "Also didn't have cream of mushroom but used cream of onion. Delicious!"

"It turned out great," according to another Allrecipes community member. "My husband doesn't even eat broccoli, but he loved it. The rest of my family did also. I didn't have any cream of mushroom soup on hand, so I used the same amount of Alfredo sauce from a jar."

Editorial contributions by Corey Williams

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Ingredients

Original recipe (1X) yields 8 servings

  • 1 (10.5 ounce) can condensed cream of mushroom soup

  • 1 cup mayonnaise

  • 1 large egg, beaten

  • ¼ cup chopped onion

  • 3 (10 ounce) packages frozen broccoli florets

  • 8 ounces shredded sharp Cheddar cheese

  • salt and pepper to taste

  • 1 dash paprika

Directions

  1. Gather all ingredients.

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  2. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Butter a 9x13-inch baking dish.

  3. Whisk condensed soup, mayonnaise, egg, and onions together in a medium mixing bowl until combined.

    condensed milk, mayonnaise, egg, and onion whisked together in a bowl

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  4. Place frozen broccoli florets into a very large mixing bowl and break it up if necessary; add soup mixture and mix well to coat. Sprinkle with cheese and mix well; spread mixture into the prepared baking dish. Season with salt, pepper, and paprika.

    Awesome Broccoli Cheese Casserole seasoned and ready for baking.

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  5. Bake in the preheated oven until cheese has melted and the casserole is golden brown on top, 45 minutes to 1 hour.

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  6. Serve and enjoy!

    Awesome Broccoli and Cheese casserole being served.

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Nutrition Facts (per serving)

387 Calories
34g Fat
9g Carbs
11g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 8
Calories 387
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 34g 44%
Saturated Fat 10g 50%
Cholesterol 64mg 21%
Sodium 619mg 27%
Total Carbohydrate 9g 3%
Dietary Fiber 3g 9%
Total Sugars 3g
Protein 11g 23%
Vitamin C 46mg 51%
Calcium 241mg 19%
Iron 1mg 7%
Potassium 71mg 2%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.