There aren’t many guarantees in life. However, one thing I can count on is that I’ll be making the best cheesy broccoli casserole for every family gathering. It’s our signature dish at family potlucks. There are never any leftovers because it’s that good and loved by adults and kids alike. It’s super easy to make, and makes a delicious comfort food side dish for any occasion, including weeknight dinners!
WHAT YOU’LL NEED
- A large mixing bowl and a medium mixing bowl
- Spoon or salad hands for mixing
- A 9×13 baking dish
- Cheese grater (if not using pre-grated cheese)
INGREDIENTS
- 3 10 oz bags of frozen broccoli florets
- 1/2 an onion, chopped
- A 10.75 oz can condensed cream of mushroom soup or homemade (my simple recipe for homemade can be found here) for best flavor
- 1 cup mayo
- 1 egg, beaten
- 8 oz sharp cheddar, shredded
- 2 cloves of garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Paprika for topping
HOW TO MAKE THE BEST CHEESY BROCCOLI CASSEROLE
- Preheat oven to 350°F
- In a medium bowl, thoroughly mix egg, mayo, condensed soup, and chopped onions
- Then add frozen broccoli to a large mixing bowl, breaking apart stuck together pieces with a spoon
- Pour egg/mayo/soup/onion mixture over broccoli, and use salad hands or a spoon to evenly coat all broccoli
- Firstly, season with salt, pepper, and minced garlic. Secondly, add grated/shredded cheddar to the bowl. Mix until well combined
- Next, add broccoli mix to a lightly greased 9×13 baking dish and smooth out as much as possible. Sprinkle the top with some paprika
- Place the casserole into the preheated oven and bake for 50 minutes. Check to see if the casserole is cooked to your liking (we like ours slightly brown and crispy on top). Cook for another 5-10 minutes until you’re satisfied with the crispiness
- Serve with ribs, chicken, ham, or any main dish your heart desires!
Cheesy Broccoli Casserole
Course: DinnerCuisine: AmericanDifficulty: Easy8
servings10
minutes50
minutes250
kcal1
hourThis cheesy broccoli casserole is loved by adults and kids alike. It's super easy to make, and serves as a great comfort-food side dish for any meal!
Ingredients
3 10 oz bags of broccoli florets
1/2 onion chopped
1 10.75 oz can condensed cream of mushroom soup or homemade
1 cup mayonnaise
1 egg beaten
8 oz sharp cheddar grated or shredded
2 cloves garlic minced
salt and pepper to taste
paprika for topping
Directions
- Preheat oven to 350°F
- In a medium bowl, thoroughly mix egg, mayo, condensed soup, and chopped onions
- Add frozen broccoli to a large mixing bowl, breaking apart stuck together pieces with a spoon
- Pour egg/mayo/soup/onion mixture over broccoli, and use salad hands or a spoon to evenly coat all broccoli
- Firstly, season with salt, pepper, and minced garlic. Secondly, add grated/shredded cheddar to the bowl. Mix until well combined
- Next, add broccoli mix to a lightly greased 9×13 baking dish and smooth out as much as possible. Sprinkle the top with some paprika
- Place casserole into the preheated oven and bake for 50 minutes. Check to see if the casserole is cooked to your liking (we like ours slightly brown and crispy on top). Cook for another 5-10 minutes until you're satisfied with the crispiness
- Serve with ribs, chicken, ham, or any main dish your heart desires!
Notes
- If using frozen broccoli, ensure it's thawed completely before mixing. You can do this by leaving it in the fridge overnight or microwaving it for a few minutes
- If you're making homemade cream of mushroom soup instead of using canned, ensure it's thick enough to coat the broccoli well.
- When combining the egg, mayo, condensed soup, and onions, ensure the mixture is smooth and evenly distributed. This ensures every bite of broccoli is coated with flavor.
- Be mindful of the amount of salt added since the condensed soup and cheese already contain salt. Taste the mixture before adding more salt and adjust accordingly.
