Jane and Michael Stern's Broccoli Casserole

Jane and Michael Stern's Broccoli Casserole is a comforting, crowd-pleasing dish that transforms simple ingredients into a creamy, cheesy masterpiece. Packed with tender broccoli, fluffy white rice, and a rich homemade cheddar cheese sauce, this casserole is topped with a buttery, golden cracker crust for the perfect balance of textures. Ideal for holidays, potlucks, or cozy weeknight dinners, this oven-baked classic is easy to prepare in just under an hour. With its bold flavors, crunchy topping, and wholesome ingredients, it’s a standout option for anyone craving a satisfying vegetable side dish or vegetarian main course.

Nutriscore Rating: 60/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 4 cups fresh broccoli
• 1 cup chopped onion
• 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 2 cups whole milk
• 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 cups cooked white rice
• 1 cup crushed butter crackers (such as Ritz)
• 2 tablespoons melted butter

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish and set it aside.

Step 2

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the broccoli florets and cook for 3-4 minutes until tender-crisp. Drain and set aside.

Step 3

In a large skillet over medium heat, melt 3 tablespoons of butter. Add the chopped onion and sauté until softened, about 5 minutes.

Step 4

Sprinkle the flour over the cooked onions and stir continuously for 1-2 minutes to toast the flour.

Step 5

Gradually whisk in the milk and continue cooking until the mixture thickens and begins to bubble, about 5 minutes.

Step 6

Reduce the heat to low and stir in the shredded sharp cheddar cheese until melted. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.

Step 7

In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked broccoli, cooked rice, and cheese sauce. Stir until evenly coated.

Step 8

Spread the broccoli mixture evenly into the prepared baking dish.

Step 9

In a small bowl, mix the crushed butter crackers with 2 tablespoons of melted butter. Sprinkle this mixture evenly over the top of the casserole.

Step 10

Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and the casserole is bubbling around the edges.

Step 11

Allow the casserole to cool for 5 minutes before serving. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1774.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2990.0

Total Fat 181.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 101.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.8g
Cholesterol 456.6mg	0%
Sodium 6068.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 254.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 16.9g	0%
Total Sugars 45.2g
Protein 104.1g	0%

Vitamin D 230.5IU	0%
Calcium 2499.9mg	0%
Iron 12.4mg	0%
Potassium 2401.2mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 53.3%

Protein: 13.6%

Carbs: 33.1%