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Broccoli Cheese Casserole

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Broccoli cheese casserole is a classic recipe that’s served year-round. From family dinners to holidays feasts, this tasty side dish combines gooey cheese, tender broccoli, and French fried onions for a crunchy topping. This easy but flavorful casserole uses simple components but will impress any crowd. 

close up shot of broccoli cheese casserole on a white plate

Ingredients For Broccoli Cheese Casserole

  • 12 ounces frozen broccoli, thawed
  • 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese 
  • 1/3 cup French fried onions
  • 3/4 cup mayonnaise
  • 1 10.5-ounce can condensed cream of mushroom soup
  • 1/3 cup diced onion
  • 1/2 cup milk of your choice
  • Seasonings: salt, pepper, thyme, paprika
collage of ingredients for broccoli cheese casserole

How To Make Broccoli Cheese Casserole

  1. Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F. Spray a 8×11-inch baking dish generously with cooking spray.
  2. In a medium-size bowl, add the milk, cream of mushroom soup, and mayonnaise. Mix well. Add the onion, broccoli, half of the cheese, salt, pepper, thyme, and paprika. Mix until well combined. 
  3. Pour the mixture into the greased baking dish. Top with remaining cheese and French fried onions (if using). 
  4. Cover with foil and bake approximately 45 minutes. Remove foil and bake an additional 10-15 minutes or until the cheese is bubbly. 
collage of ingredients making the filling for broccoli cheese casserole

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Storage Tips

Allow the broccoli cheese casserole to cool before refrigerating. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Like most casseroles, this also freezes well. The best part is you pick whether to freeze the casserole before or after baking. In either case, store in an airtight container and place in the freezer for up to 3 months. Thaw completely before reheating. 

close up shot of broccoli cheese casserole in a baking dish with a scoop missing

FAQs & Tips

  • Add 2 cups of cooked rice to make this a heartier meal.
  • Get creative with your casserole. Add meat like diced ham or cooked chicken. 
  • Make this casserole your own. Want it more cheesy? Add more cheese. 
  • Prepare the casserole ahead of time, cover it, and refrigerate until ready to bake. 

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close up shot of broccoli cheese casserole on a white plate
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Broccoli Cheese Casserole

Broccoli cheese casserole is a classic recipe that's served year-round. From family dinners to holidays feasts, this tasty side dish combines gooey cheese, tender broccoli, and French fried onions for crunchy topping. This easy but flavorful casserole uses simple components but will impress any crowd. 
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Servings 8 servings
Author Shannon Epstein

Ingredients

  • 12 ounces frozen broccoli, thawed
  • 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1/3 cup French fried onions
  • 3/4 cup mayonnaise
  • 1 10.5-ounce can cream of mushroom soup
  • 1/3 cup onion, diced
  • 1/2 cup milk of your choice
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1/2 teaspoon pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon paprika
  • Salt to taste

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F. Spray a 8×11-inch baking dish generously with cooking spray.
  • In a medium-size bowl, add the milk, cream of mushroom soup, and mayonnaise. Mix well. Add the onion, broccoli, half of the cheese, salt, pepper, thyme, and paprika. Mix until well combined. 
  • Pour the mixture into the greased baking dish. Top with remaining cheese and French fried onions (if using). 
  • Cover with foil and bake approximately 45 minutes. Remove foil and bake an additional 10-15 minutes or until the cheese is bubbly. 
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