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Broccoli Casserole

Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time30 minutes
Total Time45 minutes
Servings: 5 Servings

Ingredients

For the Casserole Filling

  • 6 cups fresh broccoli florets about 1 pound of florets
  • 16 ounces Velveeta cut into small cubes
  • ½ cup unsalted butter
  • 1 teaspoon salt or adjust to taste
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ¼ teaspoon onion powder
  • ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
  • ½ cup sharp cheddar cheese shredded (optional)

For the Cracker Topping

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 400°F, and lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.

Make the Filling

  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook for 3-4 minutes, until crisp-tender. Transfer into a colander to drain.
    6 cups fresh broccoli florets
  • Heat a medium skillet over low-medium heat, and add the cubed Velveeta, butter, salt, garlic powder, and onion powder. Stir until smooth then remove from heat. Don't leave it unattended! The sauce burns very easily, so stir often.
    16 ounces Velveeta, ½ cup unsalted butter, 1 teaspoon salt, ½ teaspoon garlic powder, ¼ teaspoon onion powder, ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
  • Make sure the broccoli florets are well drained then transfer them to the prepared baking dish. Pour the Velveeta mixture on top, and stir until well combined.

Make the Topping

  • In a medium bowl, mix the crushed crackers with the melted butter. Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese (if using) and the cracker topping over the broccoli mixture.
    ½ cup sharp cheddar cheese, 1 sleeve Ritz crackers, 2 tablespoons unsalted butter

Bake

  • Bake, uncovered, for 15-20 minutes until the cheeses begin to bubble and the cracker topping is golden brown. Remove from the oven and serve immediately.
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Notes

  • The calories listed are an approximation based on the ingredients in the recipe card and a serving size of 1 cup of casserole. Actual calories will vary.
  • This recipe makes about 5-6 cups once all the ingredients are combined and cooked. It's enough for 5-6 (1 cup) servings or 10-12 (1/2 cup) servings.
Nutrition Facts
Broccoli Casserole
Serving Size
 
1 cup
Amount per Serving
Calories
489
% Daily Value*
Fat
 
37
g
57
%
Saturated Fat
 
23
g
144
%
Trans Fat
 
1
g
Polyunsaturated Fat
 
1
g
Monounsaturated Fat
 
7
g
Cholesterol
 
110
mg
37
%
Sodium
 
2018
mg
88
%
Potassium
 
668
mg
19
%
Carbohydrates
 
19
g
6
%
Fiber
 
3
g
13
%
Sugar
 
10
g
11
%
Protein
 
24
g
48
%
Vitamin A
 
2370
IU
47
%
Vitamin C
 
94
mg
114
%
Calcium
 
659
mg
66
%
Iron
 
1
mg
6
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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