This broccoli casserole recipe is the ultimate comfort food. With tender broccoli florets baked in a creamy cheese sauce and topped with a crispy breadcrumb mixture, it's a dish the whole family will love. It's perfect for weeknight dinners or as a side dish for holidays and potlucks.
Ingredients
- 4 cups fresh broccoli florets
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup chopped onion
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 2 tablespoons melted butter
Directions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Steam the broccoli florets until they are tender but still slightly crisp. Drain well.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the cheddar cheese, mayonnaise, sour cream, Parmesan cheese, chopped onion, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper. Mix well.
- Add the steamed broccoli florets to the cheese mixture and stir until they are evenly coated.
- Transfer the mixture to a greased baking dish.
- In a small bowl, combine the breadcrumbs and melted butter. Mix well.
- Sprinkle the breadcrumb mixture evenly over the broccoli mixture in the baking dish.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the casserole is heated through and the topping is golden brown and crispy.
- Remove from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy!