Creamy, cheesy, and packed with comforting flavors, Judy's Broccoli Casserole is the ultimate side dish to elevate any meal. This easy-to-make recipe combines tender blanched broccoli florets with a luscious blend of cream of mushroom soup, sour cream, and sharp cheddar cheese, seasoned with garlic and onion powder for a savory kick. A buttery Ritz cracker topping adds irresistible crunch to every bite, while the golden baked cheddar layer ensures a picture-perfect finish. Ready in just 45 minutes, this broccoli casserole is ideal for holiday gatherings, potlucks, or weeknight dinners. Serve it alongside roasted meats or enjoy it as a hearty vegetarian main dish—it’s sure to win over even the pickiest eaters.
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Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add the broccoli florets and blanch for 3 minutes. Drain and immediately plunge them into a bowl of ice water to stop the cooking process. Drain and set aside.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cream of mushroom soup, sour cream, 1.5 cups of shredded cheddar cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.
Fold the blanched broccoli into the mixture, ensuring the broccoli is evenly coated.
Transfer the mixture into a greased 9x13-inch baking dish and spread it out evenly.
In a small bowl, combine the crushed Ritz crackers and melted butter. Stir until the crackers are evenly coated.
Sprinkle the buttered cracker topping evenly over the casserole.
Top the casserole with the remaining 0.5 cup of shredded cheddar cheese.
Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the casserole is hot and bubbly, and the topping is golden brown.
Remove from the oven and let the casserole sit for 5 minutes before serving.
Serving size | (1252.5g) |
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Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
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Calories | 2413.3 |
Total Fat 196.8g | 0% |
Saturated Fat 114.6g | 0% |
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.5g | |
Cholesterol 493.3mg | 0% |
Sodium 4556.3mg | 0% |
Total Carbohydrate 108.7g | 0% |
Dietary Fiber 11.3g | 0% |
Total Sugars 33.4g | |
Protein 86.4g | 0% |
Vitamin D 85.4IU | 0% |
Calcium 2331.2mg | 0% |
Iron 6.2mg | 0% |
Potassium 1555.3mg | 0% |
Source of Calories