Description
Cheesy Broccoli Casserole is the ultimate comfort food, blending tender broccoli and creamy cheese into a warm, inviting dish. Perfect for chilly nights, this casserole embodies nostalgia and warmth, making it ideal for family gatherings or cozy dinners. With its vibrant colors and rich flavors, it’s sure to impress your loved ones while being incredibly easy to prepare.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups fresh broccoli florets
- 2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded (divided)
- 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of mushroom soup
- 2 cups cooked rice (white or brown)
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 cup panko bread crumbs
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Steam broccoli florets for about 3 minutes until bright green and slightly tender.
- In a large bowl, combine steamed broccoli, cooked rice, cream of mushroom soup, half of the cheddar cheese, onion powder, salt, and pepper until well mixed.
- Pour the mixture into a greased 9×13 inch baking dish and spread evenly.
- Top with remaining cheddar cheese and panko bread crumbs.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown and bubbly.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (150g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 560mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 40mg