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French Onion Broccoli Cheese Casserole Recipe

French Onion Broccoli Cheese Casserole Recipe
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A creamy and cheesy casserole featuring tender broccoli mixed with French onion soup, sour cream, and melted cheddar and mozzarella cheeses, topped with crispy fried onions and optional Ritz cracker crumbs for extra crunch. This comforting dish is baked to golden perfection, perfect as a hearty side or a satisfying vegetarian main.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

  • 4 cups fresh or frozen broccoli florets (steamed or blanched)
  • 1 can (10.5 oz) condensed French onion soup
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • ½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • ½ teaspoon salt (adjust to taste)

Toppings

  • 1 cup crispy fried onions (divided)
  • ½ cup crushed Ritz crackers (optional, for extra crunch)

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish to prevent sticking.
  2. Prepare Broccoli: If using fresh broccoli, blanch the florets in boiling water for 2 minutes, then drain well. For frozen broccoli, thaw completely and drain any excess moisture to avoid a watery casserole.
  3. Mix Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the condensed French onion soup, sour cream, shredded cheddar cheese, shredded mozzarella cheese, garlic powder, black pepper, and salt. Stir well to blend the flavors. Fold in the prepared broccoli until evenly coated.
  4. Assemble: Transfer the broccoli mixture into the greased baking dish and spread it out evenly to ensure uniform cooking.
  5. Top It Off: Sprinkle half of the crispy fried onions evenly over the top of the casserole. Add the crushed Ritz crackers as well if using, to provide an extra crunchy topping.
  6. Bake: Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for 25 minutes until the casserole is bubbly and the top is starting to turn golden brown.
  7. Final Touch: Remove the casserole from the oven, sprinkle the remaining crispy fried onions over the top, and bake for an additional 5 minutes to crisp them up nicely.
  8. Serve: Let the casserole cool slightly, then serve warm. Enjoy this creamy, cheesy, and crunchy broccoli casserole as a comforting side or main dish.

Notes

  • The broccoli can be fresh or frozen, but ensure to remove excess water to prevent a soggy casserole.
  • For a gluten-free option, substitute crispy fried onions and Ritz crackers with gluten-free alternatives or omit.
  • Adjust salt according to taste and dietary needs, as the condensed soup and fried onions add saltiness.
  • Feel free to add cooked chicken or ham for a non-vegetarian protein boost.
  • To make it lighter, use light sour cream and reduced-fat cheeses.
  • This casserole can be made ahead and refrigerated before baking, just add a few extra minutes to the baking time if chilled.

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