Maria's Holiday Broccoli Casserole
Bursting with creamy, cheesy goodness and a satisfying crunch, Maria's Holiday Broccoli Casserole is the ultimate comfort dish to elevate your festive table. This classic casserole combines tender blanched broccoli with a luscious mixture of cream of mushroom soup, sour cream, mayonnaise, and sharp cheddar cheese, all seasoned to perfection with hints of garlic, onion powder, and black pepper. Topped with a buttery Ritz cracker crust and more melted cheddar, it bakes to golden, bubbly perfection in just 35 minutes. Perfect as a side dish or a crowd-pleasing centerpiece, this recipe is easy to prepare and ideal for holiday gatherings. Pair it with your favorite mains and watch it steal the spotlight!
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Ingredients
- 4 cups fresh broccoli florets
- 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of mushroom soup
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 0.5 cup mayonnaise
- 0.5 cup sour cream
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 1.5 cups (crushed) Ritz crackers
- 4 tablespoons (melted) butter
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9x13-inch casserole dish and set aside.
Step 2
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Blanch the broccoli florets for 2-3 minutes until they are bright green and slightly tender. Drain and transfer the florets to a bowl of ice water to stop the cooking process. Drain again and set aside.
Step 3
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cream of mushroom soup, 1.5 cups of shredded cheddar cheese, mayonnaise, sour cream, eggs, onion powder, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix until smooth and well combined.
Step 4
Fold the blanched broccoli into the mixture, ensuring it is evenly coated.
Step 5
Pour the broccoli mixture into the prepared casserole dish and spread it out evenly.
Step 6
In a small bowl, combine the crushed Ritz crackers and melted butter. Stir until the crackers are evenly coated.
Step 7
Sprinkle the buttery cracker mixture evenly over the top of the casserole. Then, sprinkle the remaining 0.5 cup of shredded cheddar cheese on top.
Step 8
Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until the casserole is bubbling and the topping is golden brown.
Step 9
Remove from the oven and let it sit for 5 minutes before serving. Enjoy Maria's Holiday Broccoli Casserole with family and friends!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1054.5g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2993.1 |
| Total Fat 256.2g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 104.5g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 1.4g | |
| Cholesterol 920.9mg | 0% |
| Sodium 5250.3mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 106.8g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 10.4g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 18.3g | |
| Protein 87.9g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 91.0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 2023.5mg | 0% |
| Iron 7.8mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1353.1mg | 0% |
Source of Calories