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Thanksgiving Broccoli and Cheese Casserole

Easy Thanksgiving Broccoli and Cheese Casserole That Wows Everyone

This Thanksgiving Broccoli and Cheese Casserole is a creamy, cheesy, and crowd-pleasing dish that enhances your holiday table.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Broccoli and Cheese Base
  • 4 cups Fresh Broccoli Florets Crisp-tender broccoli is key to a perfect casserole texture.
  • 2 cups Cheddar Cheese Sharp cheddar adds rich, tangy flavor that melts beautifully.
  • 1 can Cream of Mushroom Soup Classic binder that keeps the casserole creamy and moist.
  • 1/2 cup Mayonnaise Adds extra creaminess and helps bind ingredients together.
  • 1 large Egg Acts as a gentle firming agent to hold everything in place.
  • 1 teaspoon Onion Powder Boosts savory notes without overpowering the dish.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Essential for balanced seasoning to bring out all flavors.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Pepper Essential for balanced seasoning to bring out all flavors.
For the Crunchy Topping
  • 1 cup French Fried Onions Delivers that signature crispy, golden topping everyone loves.
  • 1 cup Extra Shredded Cheddar Cheese Sprinkles on top for an extra cheesy crust.

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Large bowl
  • 9×13-inch baking dish

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat oven to 350°F.
  2. Bring a pot of salted water to a boil, then cook broccoli florets for 2 minutes until bright green and just tender; drain and shock in ice water.
  3. In a large bowl, stir together cream of mushroom soup, shredded cheddar, mayo, beaten egg, onion powder, salt, and pepper until smooth and creamy.
  4. Gently fold the drained broccoli into the cheese mixture, tossing until every floret is coated in that rich, creamy sauce.
  5. Spoon the broccoli-cheese mix into a greased 9x13-inch baking dish, smoothing the top.
Baking
  1. Sprinkle French fried onions and extra shredded cheddar over the casserole.
  2. Bake the casserole at 350°F for 25–30 minutes, until bubbling hot and the topping turns crispy and golden brown.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 8gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Optional: Garnish with chopped fresh parsley before serving. Leftover casserole can be stored in an airtight container for up to 3 days in the fridge.

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