Best 11 Cheesy Cheddar Broccoli Casserole Recipes

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If you're looking for a delectable side dish to accompany your dinner menu, cheesy cheddar broccoli casserole is a delightful choice that combines the flavors of creamy cheese, tender broccoli, and a crispy breadcrumb topping. This easy-to-make casserole is packed with cheesy goodness and presents an exquisite appearance that will impress your guests. Whether you're preparing it for a family gathering, a potluck, or simply as a comforting weeknight meal, this recipe will guide you through the steps to create a mouthwatering cheesy cheddar broccoli casserole that will become a favorite in your household.

Here are our top 11 tried and tested recipes!

AWESOME BROCCOLI-CHEESE CASSEROLE



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My mom used to make this easy recipe every Thanksgiving when I was little. We kids could never get enough! It was our very favorite Thanksgiving vegetable. If you have children, or have some coming to visit you as guests this Thanksgiving, I guarantee that they will eat (and enjoy) this veggie dish! Even though I rarely cook with canned condensed soups, I still make this yummy broccoli casserole during the holiday season. It's fabulous with a Christmas ham and potatoes au gratin too. Mmmmmmm!

Provided by Stacy M. Polcyn

Categories     Side Dish     Casseroles     Broccoli Casserole Recipes

Time 1h15m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 (10.75 ounce) can condensed cream of mushroom soup
1 cup mayonnaise
1 egg, beaten
¼ cup onions, chopped
3 (10 ounce) packages frozen chopped broccoli
8 ounces shredded sharp Cheddar cheese
salt and pepper to taste
1 dash paprika

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Butter a 9x13 inch baking dish.
  • In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together condensed soup, mayonnaise, egg and onions.
  • Place frozen broccoli into a very large mixing bowl. (I like to use my large stainless steel bowl to mix this recipe thoroughly.) Break up the frozen broccoli. Using a rubber spatula, scrape soup-mayonnaise mixture on top of broccoli, and mix well. Sprinkle on cheese, and mix well. Spread mixture into prepared baking dish, and smooth top of casserole. Season with salt, pepper and paprika.
  • Bake for 45 minutes to 1 hour.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 386.7 calories, Carbohydrate 9.4 g, Cholesterol 63.5 mg, Fat 34.1 g, Fiber 2.6 g, Protein 11.3 g, SaturatedFat 10 g, Sodium 618.7 mg, Sugar 2.5 g

BROCCOLI CHEDDAR CASSEROLE



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We're lucky to have fresh fruits and vegetables year-round. I put bountiful Arizona broccoli to great use in this rich side dish. Even those who don't care for broccoli finish off big helpings. - Carol Strickland, Yuma, Arizona

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Breakfast     Brunch

Time 1h

Yield 16 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

8 cups chopped fresh broccoli
1 cup finely chopped onion
3/4 cup butter, cubed
12 large eggs
2 cups heavy whipping cream
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese, divided
2 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • In a large skillet over medium heat, saute broccoli and onion in butter until crisp-tender; set aside. In a large bowl, whisk the eggs, cream and 1-3/4 cups of the cheese. Stir in the broccoli mixture, salt and pepper. Pour into a greased 3-qt. baking dish; set in a large pan filled with 1 in. of hot water. , Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 45-50 minutes or until a knife inserted in the center comes out clean. Sprinkle with remaining cheese. Let stand for 10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 298 calories, Fat 27g fat (16g saturated fat), Cholesterol 238mg cholesterol, Sodium 535mg sodium, Carbohydrate 5g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 10g protein.

CHEESY CHEDDAR BROCCOLI CASSEROLE



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People who don't even usually like broccoli casserole beg me to make this comforting broccoli cheese casserole recipe. It's similar to a classic green bean casserole, but the melted cheese just puts it over the top. -Elaine Hubbard, Pocono Lake, Pennsylvania

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 50m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of mushroom soup, undiluted
1 cup sour cream
1-1/2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese, divided
1 can (6 ounces) french-fried onions, divided
2 packages (16 ounces each) frozen broccoli florets, thawed

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325°. In a large saucepan, combine soup, sour cream, 1 cup cheese and 1-1/4 cups onions; heat through over medium heat, stirring until blended, 4-5 minutes. Stir in broccoli. Transfer to a greased 2-qt. baking dish., Bake, uncovered, until bubbly, 25-30 minutes. Sprinkle with the remaining cheese and onions. Bake until cheese is melted, 10-15 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 359 calories, Fat 26g fat (11g saturated fat), Cholesterol 30mg cholesterol, Sodium 641mg sodium, Carbohydrate 19g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 8g protein.

CHEDDAR-BROCCOLI CASSEROLE



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I've added my own twists to this casserole over the years, such as using sharp cheddar cheese, cheese crackers and Parmesan. My family and friends can't seem to get enough of it! -James G. Pellerin, Bradenton, Florida

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 1h15m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

3-1/2 cups half-and-half cream, divided
2 tablespoons butter
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
3 tablespoons cornstarch
1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
2 bunches broccoli, cut into florets (about 9 cups)
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
TOPPING:
1 cup crushed cheese crackers
1/4 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
1/4 cup butter, melted

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. In a large saucepan, combine 3 cups cream, butter and seasonings; bring to a boil. Mix cornstarch and remaining cream until smooth; gradually stir into cream mixture. Return to a boil, stirring constantly; cook and stir 2 minutes or until thickened. Stir in cream cheese until melted. Stir in broccoli., Transfer to a greased 2-1/2-qt. baking dish. Sprinkle with cheddar cheese. Bake, covered, 30 minutes., In a small bowl, mix topping ingredients; sprinkle over casserole. Bake, uncovered, 15-20 minutes longer or until broccoli is tender and topping is lightly browned.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 365 calories, Fat 28g fat (18g saturated fat), Cholesterol 93mg cholesterol, Sodium 488mg sodium, Carbohydrate 16g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 12g protein.

CHEESY BROCCOLI CASSEROLE



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My mother-in-law gave me the recipe for this hearty dish 32 years ago. It was the only way I could get my husband to eat broccoli-by hiding it in the stuffing!-Sheron Hutcheson of Newark, Delaware

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 1h

Yield 7 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

3 cups frozen chopped broccoli, thawed, drained and patted dry
2 cups shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheese
1 package (6 ounces) reduced-sodium stuffing mix
1 small onion, finely chopped
1 large egg, lightly beaten
1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg
Dash pepper
1 cup fat-free milk
1 cup reduced-sodium chicken broth
2 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the broccoli, cheese, stuffing mix, onion, egg, nutmeg and pepper. Gradually stir in milk and broth., Transfer to a 2-qt. baking dish coated with cooking spray. Bake, uncovered, at 325° for 50-55 minutes or until a thermometer reads 160°. Sprinkle with bacon.,

Nutrition Facts : Calories 256 calories, Fat 10g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 52mg cholesterol, Sodium 598mg sodium, Carbohydrate 13g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 18g protein.

CHEESY BROCCOLI CASSEROLE RECIPE



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Make our Cheesy Broccoli Casserole Recipe ahead of time as a time saver. Or, enjoy our Cheesy Broccoli Casserole Recipe the same day after only 40 minutes.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Dairy

Time 40m

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 pkg. (10 oz. each) frozen chopped broccoli, thawed, drained
1 pkg. (8 oz.) KRAFT Shredded Cheddar Cheese
2 eggs
1 can (10-3/4 oz.) condensed cream of mushroom soup
1/2 cup finely chopped onions
1/2 cup MIRACLE WHIP Dressing
24 round buttery crackers, crushed (about 1 cup)
2 Tbsp. butter or margarine, melted

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F.
  • Place broccoli in 13x9-inch pan sprayed with cooking spray; top with cheese. Mix eggs, soup, onions and dressing; spread over cheese.
  • Mix cracker crumbs and butter; sprinkle over soup mixture.
  • Bake 30 min. or until heated through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 320, Fat 23 g, SaturatedFat 10 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 85 mg, Sodium 520 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 4 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 11 g

BROCCOLI AND CAULIFLOWER CHEESE CASSEROLE



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Broccoli and cauliflower baked in a cheese cream sauce.

Provided by MikeP

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Cauliflower

Time 40m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 pound broccoli crowns, cut into small pieces
½ pound cauliflower, broken into small florets
¼ cup butter
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 ¼ cups half-and-half
½ teaspoon Dijon mustard
⅔ cup grated Cheddar cheese
½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
.063 teaspoon paprika
salt and ground black pepper to taste
3 tablespoons grated Cheddar cheese
2 tablespoons bread crumbs

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add broccoli and cauliflower and cook uncovered until tender yet firm to the bite, 2 to 3 minutes. Drain in a colander and immediately immerse in ice water for several minutes to stop the cooking process. Drain and transfer broccoli-cauliflower to a baking dish.
  • Melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat; add flour and stir until browned and bubbling, 3 to 4 minutes. Whisk half-and-half and Dijon mustard into butter-flour mixture; bring to a boil, reduce heat to medium-low, and simmer until cream sauce is thickened, about 2 minutes.
  • Stir 2/3 cup Cheddar cheese, Parmesan cheese, and paprika into cream sauce; cook and stir until cheeses are melted. Season sauce with salt and pepper. Pour sauce over broccoli-cauliflower mixture and top with 3 tablespoons Cheddar cheese and bread crumbs.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until topping is lightly browned, 15 to 20 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 212.5 calories, Carbohydrate 10 g, Cholesterol 46.8 mg, Fat 16 g, Fiber 2.3 g, Protein 8.8 g, SaturatedFat 9.9 g, Sodium 277.3 mg, Sugar 1.9 g

BROCCOLI CHEESE BAKE



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This is a great casserole that I threw together one day when a friend requested Broccoli au Gratin for her birthday dinner. This is a great idea for those who aren't big fans of bread crumbs. Also, the eggs can be taken out for a great sauce and using skim milk and fat-free cheese works well, too. It's basically a great recipe that can be easily altered according to taste. Enjoy!

Provided by Leslie A.

Categories     Side Dish     Casseroles     Broccoli Casserole Recipes

Time 45m

Yield 7

Number Of Ingredients 8

8 cups fresh broccoli
½ cup butter
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 small onion, chopped
1 ¼ cups milk
salt and pepper to taste
4 cups shredded Swiss cheese
2 eggs, beaten

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C).
  • Place broccoli in a steamer over 1 inch of boiling water, and cover. Cook until tender but still firm, about 2 to 6 minutes. Drain.
  • Melt butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat and add flour; cook until bubbly. Stir in onion and gradually add milk, stirring well. Bring to a boil and cook for 1 minute. Remove from heat and season with salt and pepper. Stir in cheese and eggs; mix well. Combine mixture with broccoli and transfer to a 9 x 13 inch casserole dish.
  • Bake in preheated oven for 30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 440.6 calories, Carbohydrate 15 g, Cholesterol 148.3 mg, Fat 33 g, Fiber 3 g, Protein 23.3 g, SaturatedFat 20.3 g, Sodium 284.8 mg, Sugar 5.4 g

EASY BROCCOLI-CHEESE CASSEROLE



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For the longest time, my mum would make this amazing broccoli casserole. It is more like a crustless quiche, but has converted many broccoli haters into broccoli lovers! I have not ever tweaked this recipe - not even to add minced garlic, sauteed onion, pimento, etc; it's too simple and delicious on its own to need tweaking. This can be made ahead and refrigerated before cooking. It freezes well and can be thawed prior to cooking.

Provided by thedailygourmet

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Casserole Recipes     Vegetable

Time 1h18m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 head broccoli, chopped
2 teaspoons vegetable oil, or as needed
1 (16 ounce) container cottage cheese
3 eggs
½ (8 ounce) package shredded sharp Cheddar cheese
¼ cup butter, melted
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
salt and ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Fill a large bowl with ice water to create an ice bath.
  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add broccoli and cook, uncovered, until bright green and tender, about 3 minutes. Drain in a colander and immediately immerse in the ice bath for several minutes to stop the cooking process. Drain.
  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Lightly grease a 9x13-inch casserole dish with vegetable oil.
  • Combine broccoli, cottage cheese, eggs, Cheddar cheese, butter, flour, salt, and pepper in a large bowl. Spread into the prepared casserole dish.
  • Bake in the preheated oven, uncovered, until a knife inserted into the center comes out clean, 60 to 90 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 300.3 calories, Carbohydrate 8.7 g, Cholesterol 144.1 mg, Fat 21.4 g, Fiber 1.4 g, Protein 19 g, SaturatedFat 12 g, Sodium 550.2 mg, Sugar 1.4 g

CHEESY BROCCOLI CASSEROLE



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This came from a ladies group that met once a month where everyone brought their favorite dish and worked the afternoon on fund raising projects. It has since become a favorite dish for Sunday dinners, and potlucks at our house.

Provided by kmax5516

Categories     Vegetable

Time 55m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 (10 ounce) packages chopped frozen broccoli
6 tablespoons butter
1/2 lb Velveeta cheese
1 (1 lb) package Ritz crackers or 35 Ritz crackers
2 drops Worcestershire sauce

Steps:

  • cook broccoli until it comes apart and color is nice and green, drain.
  • Arrange in a 9x9 or 8x8 greased pan.
  • Top with cubed cheese.
  • Melt the butter, add a couple drops of worcestershire sauce, crush the ritz crackers and add.
  • Sprinkle over the casserole.
  • Bake 325- 45min.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 611.6, Fat 37.5, SaturatedFat 16.8, Cholesterol 60.4, Sodium 1352.1, Carbohydrate 56.2, Fiber 4.6, Sugar 10.5, Protein 14.3

COLORFUL BROCCOLI CHEDDAR CASSEROLE



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When we have houseguests, we make broccoli and cheese strata the night before so in the morning we can relax and visit while it bubbles in the oven. -Gale Lalmond, Deering, New Hampshire

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Breakfast     Brunch

Time 1h15m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 tablespoon olive oil
6 green onions, sliced
2 cups fresh broccoli florets, chopped
1 medium sweet red pepper, finely chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/8 teaspoon pepper
5 whole wheat English muffins, split, toasted and quartered
1-1/2 cups shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheese, divided
8 large eggs
2-1/2 cups fat-free milk
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
1/2 teaspoon hot pepper sauce, optional

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add green onions; cook and stir until tender. Add broccoli, red pepper and garlic; cook and stir 4-5 minutes or until tender. Transfer to a large bowl; season with pepper., Place English muffins in a greased 13x9-in. baking dish, cut sides up. Top muffins with vegetable mixture and sprinkle with 1 cup shredded cheese., In a large bowl, whisk eggs, milk, mustard and, if desired, hot sauce. Pour over top. Refrigerate, covered, overnight., Remove from refrigerator 30 minutes before baking. Preheat oven to 350°. Bake, covered, 30 minutes. Sprinkle with remaining cheese. Bake, uncovered, 20-30 minutes longer or until egg mixture is set. Let stand 5 minutes before cutting.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 273 calories, Fat 12g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 228mg cholesterol, Sodium 529mg sodium, Carbohydrate 25g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 19g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

Tips:

  • Use fresh, high-quality vegetables. This will make a big difference in the flavor of your casserole.
  • Don't overcook the broccoli. It should be tender but still have a bit of a bite to it.
  • Use a good quality cheddar cheese. This will also make a big difference in the flavor of your casserole.
  • Don't be afraid to experiment with different ingredients. You can add other vegetables, such as cauliflower or zucchini, or you can use different types of cheese.
  • Make sure to let the casserole cool for at least 15 minutes before serving. This will help it to set and make it easier to cut and serve.

Conclusion:

Cheesy cheddar broccoli casserole is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for any occasion. It is a great way to use up leftover broccoli, and it is also a great dish to take to potlucks or parties. This casserole is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it.

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