Description
Creamy comfort defines this paula deen broccoli casserole with cheesy goodness and crispy breadcrumb topping. Quick weeknight dinners gain delicious southern charm when you add this simple, crowd-pleasing side dish.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 eggs, lightly beaten
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, grated
- 20 oz (566 g) frozen chopped broccoli, cooked and drained
- 10 ¾ oz (305 g) condensed cream of mushroom soup
- 2 tbsps butter, melted
- 2 cups buttery crackers, crushed
Instructions
- Preheat Preparation: Warm the oven to 350°F and lightly grease a 13×9-inch baking dish with vegetable oil spray to ensure effortless serving and cleanup.
- Mixture Fusion: Blend pre-cooked broccoli florets with mayonnaise, cheddar cheese, cream of mushroom soup, and eggs in a large mixing bowl until ingredients are thoroughly integrated and create a smooth, cohesive texture.
- Layering and Topping: Pour the broccoli mixture into the prepared baking dish, spreading evenly, then crush crackers into fine crumbs and generously scatter over the surface, creating a delightful crispy layer.
- Butter Infusion: Drizzle melted butter across the cracker topping, ensuring complete coverage to promote a rich, golden-brown crust that promises a delectable crunch and enhanced flavor profile.
- Baking Finale: Slide the casserole into the preheated oven and bake for 35 minutes, watching for a beautifully bronzed top and a firm, set interior that signals the dish is perfectly cooked and ready to be savored.
Notes
- Prevent Soggy Bottom: Pat broccoli florets dry after cooking to eliminate excess moisture and ensure a crisp, well-textured casserole.
- Cheese Melting Tip: Grate cheese fresh for optimal melting and smoother consistency throughout the dish.
- Cracker Crumb Hack: Use butter crackers or Ritz for extra richness and a more flavorful topping that adds delightful crunch.
- Temperature Check: Insert a knife near the center to verify the casserole is thoroughly cooked, with no raw egg residue visible.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 5
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 950 mg
- Fat: 36 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 24 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 33 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 12 g
- Cholesterol: 90 mg