Best 6 Colorful Broccoli Cheddar Casserole Recipes

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Broccoli cheddar casserole is a classic comfort food dish that is sure to delight people of all ages. This crowd-pleasing casserole is a combination of creamy cheddar cheese sauce, tender broccoli florets, and a crispy breadcrumb topping. Whether you are looking for a hearty side dish, a vegetarian main course, or a dish to bring to a potluck, this colorful broccoli cheddar casserole is the perfect recipe for you. With its vibrant green broccoli, sharp cheddar cheese, and golden brown breadcrumb topping, this casserole is sure to be a hit at any gathering.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

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

BROCCOLI CHEDDAR CASSEROLE



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What a wonderful way to enjoy broccoli! Cheesy, flavorful, and simple to make..this recipe will serve up to 16 people.

Provided by TGirl

Categories     Cheese

Time 1h

Yield 16 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

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

Steps:

  • In large skillet, melt butter over medium heat.
  • Saute broccoli and onion for 5 minutes, or until crisp tender.
  • In a bowl, add eggs, cream, and 1 3/4 cups of the cheddar cheese, and mix well.
  • Add broccoli, salt, and pepper to the egg mixture.
  • Pour into a greased 3 quart casserole dish; set casserole inside of a larger dish, and pour 1 inch of water into the larger dish to make a water bath.
  • Bake at 350 degrees for 45 to 50 minutes or until a knife inserted in the center comes out clean.
  • Sprinkle with remaining cheese, and allow casserole to sit for 10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 322.8, Fat 28.4, SaturatedFat 16.5, Cholesterol 237.1, Sodium 535.8, Carbohydrate 8, Fiber 2.8, Sugar 1.9, Protein 10.9

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.

BROCCOLI-CHEDDAR CASSEROLE



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This takes minutes to throw together and everything is mixed in one bowl, sharp cheddar cheese is recommended to use for this, you may also sprinkle grated cheddar on top the last few minutes of baking --- to serve a crowd double the recipe and bake in a 13 x 9-inch baking dish, I also add in some Tabasco sauce.

Provided by Kittencalrecipezazz

Categories     Vegetable

Time 55m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 (10 ounce) packages frozen broccoli, thawed and chopped (squeeze out excess moisture well using hands then coarsley chop)
1 (10 3/4 ounce) can cream of mushroom soup, undiluted
3/4 cup mayonnaise (can use 1/2 cup each mayonnaise and sour cream, DO NOT use salad dressing)
1/4 cup sour cream
1 large egg, beaten
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 small onion, chopped
1/2 teaspoon seasoning salt (or to taste)
1 teaspoon ground black pepper (or to taste)
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
3/4-1 cup grated parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Set oven to 350 degrees F (set oven rack to second-lowest position).
  • Butter a 9 x 9 or a 11 x 7-inch baking dish.
  • In a medium bowl combine undiluted soup with mayonnaise, sour cream, beaten egg, garlic powder, chopped onion, seasoned salt and black pepper; whisk until well combined.
  • Mix in the grated cheese and chopped broccoli.
  • Spread into baking dish.
  • Sprinkle the parmesan cheese on top.
  • Bake uncovered for about 45 minutes or until hot and bubbly.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 428.2, Fat 32, SaturatedFat 13.8, Cholesterol 97.7, Sodium 1001.9, Carbohydrate 18.2, Fiber 3.1, Sugar 4.9, Protein 19.5

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

COLORFUL BROCCOLI SALAD



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If you like broccoli and bacon, this is something you have to try. My family loves this recipe. They make it whenever there are going to be guests. It tastes great and happens to be rather colorful.

Provided by 1940's girl

Categories     Salad     Vegetable Salad Recipes     Broccoli Salad Recipes

Time 25m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 7

½ cup mayonnaise
¼ cup white sugar
1 teaspoon vinegar
½ pound bacon, cut into 1-inch square pieces
1 bunch broccoli, cut into florets
1 red onion, chopped
1 cup shredded sharp Cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • Whisk mayonnaise, sugar, and vinegar together in a bowl.
  • Place bacon in a large skillet; cook and stir over medium-high heat until evenly browned, about 10 minutes. Drain bacon on paper towels.
  • Mix broccoli, bacon, onion, and Cheddar cheese in a large bowl. Pour dressing over broccoli mixture; toss to coat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 347.6 calories, Carbohydrate 14.4 g, Cholesterol 44.7 mg, Fat 27.5 g, Fiber 1.6 g, Protein 12.1 g, SaturatedFat 8.7 g, Sodium 549 mg, Sugar 10.3 g

Tips:

  • To save time, you can use a pre-made broccoli cheddar soup mix. Just follow the package directions and add the cooked broccoli and cheese to the casserole.
  • If you don't have any bread crumbs, you can use crushed crackers instead.
  • To make the casserole more flavorful, you can add some cooked bacon, diced onion, or chopped bell pepper.
  • If you want a cheesy crust on top of the casserole, sprinkle some extra cheese on top before baking.
  • Be sure to cook the casserole until it is bubbly and the cheese is melted and gooey.

Conclusion:

Broccoli cheddar casserole is a classic comfort food that is perfect for any occasion. It's easy to make, delicious, and can be enjoyed by people of all ages. Whether you're serving it at a potluck, a family gathering, or just for a weeknight dinner, this casserole is sure to be a hit.

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