Mama Lu's Broccoli Casserole

Perfectly blending comfort and nostalgia, Mama Lu's Broccoli Casserole is a family favorite that's packed with creamy, cheesy goodness and a buttery crunch in every bite. This easy-to-make side dish combines tender broccoli florets with a rich mixture of cream of mushroom soup, mayonnaise, shredded cheddar cheese, and a hint of onion, then tops it with a golden, buttery layer of crushed Ritz crackers. Ready in just 45 minutes with minimal prep, this casserole is an unbeatable choice for holidays, potlucks, or weeknight dinners. Whether you're looking for a crowd-pleasing holiday side or a comforting addition to a simple meal, Mama Lu's Broccoli Casserole is a dish sure to impress.

Nutriscore Rating: 53/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 4 cups broccoli florets
• 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of mushroom soup
• 1 cup mayonnaise
• 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
• 2 large eggs
• 0.5 cup onion, finely diced
• 0.5 teaspoons salt
• 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
• 1.5 cups Ritz crackers, crushed
• 4 tablespoons butter, melted

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add the broccoli florets and cook for 2–3 minutes, just until they turn bright green and slightly tender. Drain and set aside.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, combine the cream of mushroom soup, mayonnaise, 1.5 cups of the shredded cheddar cheese, eggs, diced onion, salt, and black pepper. Mix until thoroughly blended.

Step 4

Fold the cooked broccoli into the soup mixture until evenly coated.

Step 5

Pour the broccoli mixture into the prepared casserole dish and spread it out evenly.

Step 6

Sprinkle the remaining 0.5 cup of shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the top.

Step 7

In a small bowl, combine the crushed Ritz crackers with the melted butter. Stir until the crackers are well coated.

Step 8

Sprinkle the buttered cracker topping evenly over the casserole.

Step 9

Bake in the preheated oven for 25–30 minutes, or until the casserole is bubbly and the cracker topping is golden brown.

Step 10

Let the casserole rest for 5 minutes before serving. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1745.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	5235.4

Total Fat 387.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 124.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.5g
Cholesterol 985.6mg	0%
Sodium 7171.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 348.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 11.1g	0%
Total Sugars 40.9g
Protein 115.4g	0%

Vitamin D 195.4IU	0%
Calcium 2083.8mg	0%
Iron 12.9mg	0%
Potassium 852.2mg	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: 65.3%

Protein: 8.6%

Carbs: 26.1%