Description
A delicious and creamy broccoli cheese casserole topped with crunchy Ritz crackers, perfect for any family gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups fresh broccoli florets
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup cream of mushroom soup
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 cup crushed Ritz crackers
- 2 tablespoons butter, melted
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large pot, steam the broccoli florets until tender, about 5 minutes.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the cheddar cheese, cream of mushroom soup, milk, garlic powder, and onion powder.
- Add the steamed broccoli to the cheese mixture and stir until well combined.
- Transfer the mixture to a greased baking dish.
- In a separate bowl, mix the crushed Ritz crackers with melted butter, then sprinkle over the broccoli mixture.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and bubbly.
- Let cool for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
- For a healthier option, you can use low-fat cheese and soup.
- This casserole can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator before baking.
- Feel free to add cooked chicken or ham for extra protein.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: Broccoli Cheese Casserole, Ritz Cracker Topping, Casserole Recipe