I asked my husband to guess what kind of cheese was in. I heard about this broccoli cheez it casserole from my friend andrea and i knew i had to make it for my family. Serve your broccoli cheese casserole as a side dish or a main dish. Today i am bringing you another favorite holiday dish that would be perfect for your upcoming easter celebration, broccoli cheese casserole. I often add cauliflower if i have some in the fridge. Broccoli and blue cheese gratin is a simple comforting casserole that makes the perfect thanksgiving side dish. In a heavy saucepan melt two tablespoons of butter over low heat, add in flour while continuously stirring. It can usually feel easier said than done, but this is one time it really is easy. Broccoli blue cheese bake the girl who ate everything. Recipe tips jazz it up add your favourite pizza toppings, such as chopped cooked broccoli, sliced mushrooms, cooked chopped peppers and onions, andor cooked crumbled sausage, before microwaving topped crackers as directed. Add the shredded chicken, cooked broccoli florets and soup and stir until well mixed.
Sign up log in my feed articles meal planner new browse yummly. Broccoli cheese casserole megs everyday indulgence. Awesome broccolicheese casserole awesome broccolicheese casserole. Add broccoli to cheese sauce, then add half the cracker crumbs. Place the broccoli and cauliflower in a buttered 9x glass dish this can be a casserole dish to dress up the dish for the table. If you like blue cheese, then you will love this recipe. Line the bottom and sides of an 8by8by2inch baking pan with parchment paper. Mar 29, 2012 this broccoli blue cheese bake isnt exactly healthy but is a great side dish for those broccoli lovers like me. Ritz crackers and broccoli casserole recipes 21 recipes. Jul 26, 2016 crisp, cheesy crackers are here to finally give broccoli the snacktime cred it truly deserves. In a medium saucepan, melt the remaining 1 stick 12 cup butter and add crushed crackers, mixing well to coat with butter.
In a large saucepan melt 2 tablespoons of butter over mediumlow heat. Combine melted butter and ritz crackers, add to casserole. The best broccoli casserole with ritz crackers chicken recipes on yummly broccoli, rice, and chicken casserole, chicken broccoli casserole, cheesy broccoli casserole. Sure, you are more than welcome to use frozen broccoli. Dear readers my motherinlaw makes the most wonderful holiday side broccoli cauliflower cheesy bake.
Chicken and broccoli tortellini casserole it is a keeper. Combine the sour cream, mayonnaise, cream of mushroom soup, garlic powder, salt, pepper, and grated cheese in a large bowl. You might find you need to cook the casserole a little bit longer to ensure the broccoli fully warms up and is baked. Even before i was a big blue cheese fan, i have loved this casserole. Drain the cooked broccoli from the water and set aside. Add the broccoli florets to a large heavybottomed stockpot of boiling water and cook for 3 to 5 minutes. Broccoli casserole with ritz crackers chicken recipes. Monterey jack or a sharper cheese like fontina, parmesan of blue cheese. Combine broccoli, velveeta and 34 cup cracker crumbs. Spread the mixture evenly over top of the broccoli. This side dish is really good any time of the year, not just during the holidays.
You can refrigerate for 23 hours or overnight if you want to prepare the day before. This updated broccoli cheese casserole recipe is made from scratch and is a family favorite. Philadelphia savory garlic cooking creme, milk, sleeve ritz crackers about 35, crushed about 1. Sep 06, 2018 the blue cheese bungalow always has cheese on hand shocker. We are using cookies in order to facilitate your navigation. So, when she shared the recipe with me and how easy it was to make i was super stoked to whip up a batch broccoli cauliflower cheesy bake take two 12 oz bags of broccoli and cauliflower and cook in the. Broccoli casserole special enough for company, this colorful side dish is one my mom fixes often for christmas dinner. Blue cheese broccoli casserole the southern lady cooks. In another microwavesafe bowl, melt the remaining stick of butter. This recipe has been slightly modified to suit the taste of people who prefer a little more taste in the casserole. Broccoli cheese casserole with ritz cracker topping. Stir the broccoli, onion, cheddar cheese, rice, condensed cream of mushroom soup, and water in 2 quart.
Anytime i buy a box of cheez it my kids practically inhale it. We used town house crackers and while the crust part of it was soggy it still added wonderful flavor and i used a bit more than the recipe called for and really covered the top of it. I keep shredded cheese for tacos and pasta, block cheese for impromptu appetizers and cream cheese well, just because. Ingredients 34 crowns fresh broccoli, cooked and drained. Mix 6 tablespoons melted butter with cracker crumbs until well combined. Apr 04, 2012 today i am bringing you another favorite holiday dish that would be perfect for your upcoming easter celebration, broccoli cheese casserole. Southern style broccoli and cheese casserole blue cheese. Pour cheese mixture over broccoli to cover and gently stir. Chooseyourcheese cauliflower casserole the midnight baker. Crumble the ritz crackers in their sleeves and then add to the melted butter. Well, this recipe for broccoli casserole, with ritz crackers and loaded with cheesy goodness, lives up to its name. I changed this recipe up and it turned out wonderful.
Plunge broccoli into boiling water and allow to boil for 1 minute. What makes our dish different is that we use frozen chopped broccoli, thawed and drained, and put everything except the crackers and butter in the blender. This blue cheese broccoli casserole is a new twist on an old favorite. This recipe can be made with cream of mushroom, cream of broccoli, cheddar cheese, and broccoli cheese. Then melt butter over medium heat in a small saucepan. Ritz cracker and broccoli casserole recipes 21 recipes. It is the only dish of our 912 other dishes that doesnt ever.
Broccoli cheese and crackers, broccoli cheese casserole, chicken broccoli casserole, etc. Place the ritz crackers in a food processor fitted with a steel blade and process. The cheese whiz will be bubbly around the edges, and the cracker. Sprinkle the ritz cracker topping over the casserole. Cheesy carrot casserole is not something i had heard of before. In turn, broccoli makes classic cheddar crackers a smart snack you can really feel good about.
I love all sorts of vegetables now, like these blue cheese pepper poppers. Shes long since moved to sunny florida, but i have to thank karen w. Southern broccoli casserole spicy southern kitchen. Broccoli and bleu cheese casserole 2 sisters recipes by anna. Ultimate broccoli cheese casserole is a familyfavorite, and this easy recipe with its cheesy broccoli goodness and buttered cracker crumb topping, is the best. I like to serve this for family gatherings or during the holiday season. May 28, 2019 the topping is just crushed up butter crackers like ritz and melted butter with a little more shredded cheddar thrown in for good measure. Pour the velveeta cheese over the vegetables and top with the ritz crackers and butter mixture. Crisp, cheesy crackers are here to finally give broccoli the snacktime cred it truly deserves. This cheese rich dish is a great feature for june is dairy month and the ritz crackers and butter on top add a great crunch and buttery flavor. But the flavor of the dish as a whole is top notch. Cheese broccoli casserole recipe she wears many hats. Broccoli casserole delicious recipe for broccoli casserole made with cream of mushroom soup, ritz crackers and loads of cheddar cheese.
Southern style baked macaroni and cheese blue cheese bungalow. It has always been my absolute favorite perhaps thats because the broccoli is covered in mayo, cheese and buttery ritz crackers then. Made with fresh broccoli although frozen may be substituted this recipe is a bit of a fresher version without a bunch of extra processed junk if you dont count the french fried onions on top, yet not lacking one single bit in the flavor category. So simple to prepare, my broccoli cheese casserole is made from. Put this together ahead of time and pop it in the oven when you get home from work. Because you cant have too much cheese in a broccoli casserole. You know everyone will love it because its basically broccoli smothered in cheese and topped with buttery bread crumb topping. The broccoli is combined with a creamy sauce and topped with buttery ritz crackers. Steam broccoli florets until firmtender about 23 minutes drain well then pat dry.
Other recipes for broccoli and blue cheese casserole are often runny, have only a slight flavor to them, and over cooked broccoli. Stir in broccoli being careful to not break apart broccoli and pour into an 8x8 or 9x9 ovensafe dish. I want to introduce you to one of the loves of my life. Place the baking rack in the center of the oven and preheat to 400 degrees. The blue cheese bungalow always has cheese on hand shocker. Stir to combine, then pour mixture into a buttered 9 x inch baking dish. Oct 11, 2012 buttery broccoli cheese casserole very simple and unbelievably delicious. Its perfect for a busy week night or lazy weekend dinner. This is a wonderful casserole for cold winter nights. Cheesy broccoli cauliflower casserole food folks and fun. It takes very little prep time, most of it dedicated to precooking the veggies. Remove from fridge and add buttered crumbs for topping 2 tablespoons of melted butter combined with crumbled ritz crackers. This meal comes together in less than 45 minutes and it takes one bowl and one casserole dish. No one will turn down the greens once they taste this ultra cheesy, perfectly melty broccoli casserole topped with just the right amount of ritz cracker crunch.
Bake in a 350 degree oven for 2030 minutes or until bubbly and cracker crumbs begin to turn golden brown. My simple broccoli casserole recipe is made with fresh broccoli in a luscious. This broccoli cheese casserole is a favorite side dish in our home. Buttery broccoli cheese casserole the midnight baker. Stir in 1 cup cracker mixture into the broccoli mixture. If you prefer to make the soup from scratch, try this homemade cream of chicken soup recipe.
Stir in 1 cup of cracker mixture into broccoli mixture. Toss the broccoli with the cheese sauce, top it with the crushed crackers and bake in the oven for about 20 minutes. For a taste of the south, try paula deens broccoli casserole recipe from food network, a hearty side dish loaded with cheesy goodness. Mix 6 tbsp melted butter with the cracker crumbs until well combined. Broccoli and bleu cheese casserole 2 sisters recipes by. Sep 10, 20 this is a recipe my family has used for years minus the butter mixed in with the ingredients. Sep 06, 2018 southern style broccoli and cheese casserole this simple southern classic is a cheesy crowdpleasing side dish perfect for any holiday table. Delicious recipe for broccoli casserole made with cream of mushroom soup, ritz crackers and loads of cheddar cheese. I asked my husband to guess what kind of cheese was in this and he couldnt put his finger on it. Broccoli cauliflower cheesy bake goodeness gracious. Bag of frozen broccoli, family sized cancream of mushroom, rows of crushed ritz crackers regular or low sodium according to your preference, but dont be shy. In a medium bowl add the crushed crackers, 4 tablespoons of melted butter, 14 cup of shredded cheddar cheese, 14 teaspoon salt, and 14 teaspoon pepper. This easy broccoli, rice, and chicken casserole is topped with a buttery ritz cracker crust. After making this the first time, you can decide how generous you want to be with the cheese and crackers.
Broccoli cheese casserole is a family favorite and a staple on every holiday. Im sure most of us would agree wed love to get more veggies in our diet. Back when i was a kid, the casserole reigned supreme. I remember seeing a casserole made with it and blue cheese quite a while ago on recipe lion. Look no further this is the only broccoli and cheese recipe you will ever need. Pour the velveeta cheese over the vegetables and top with the ritz crackers. Cook broccoli according to package directions and set aside. Cooked carrots are a favorite and i highly recommend the candied carrots as a future side dish.
Ultimate broccoli cheese casserole with ritz cracker crust. Throw into a large pot with milk, cream, salt, pepper, and cayenne. Its a perfect side dish for the holidays including thanksgiving. This is one of those recipes that i inherited when i married joel that was kind of like the passing of the torch. The topping is just crushed up butter crackers like ritz and melted butter with a little more shredded cheddar thrown in for good measure. Southern style baked macaroni and cheese blue cheese. Ritz crackers recipes are healthy dinner recipes too. I also add a butter cracker topping using crushed ritz or other butter crackers.
I mean, the crumbled ritz crackers on top dont hurt anything, of course. The flavor of this unstuffed sheet pan chicken cordon bleu is crazy good, especially considering how simple it is. Nov, 2019 traditional broccoli cheese casserole with ritz crackers gets a welcome update from a homemade creamy cheese sauce. I whipped this casserole up when we had company over for dinner. In a large dutch oven or heavybottomed pot, over medium heat add. Search result for ritz crackers and broccoli casserole. I first had this when it was served at an impromptu thanksgiving dinner given by a neighbor whose plans changed due to bad weather. Crush crackers and mix with 14 cup melted butter in bottom of casserole dish. In a small bowl, combine the soup, mayonnaise, cheese and lemon juice. Andrea got this recipe from her aunt teri so thank you, aunt teri.
Steam broccoli florets until firm but tender for about 23 minutes. Place everything in a sprayed casserole dish, cover and refrigerate. To assemble, place the broccoli in the bottom of a greased casserole dish. I used gruyere cheese, but swiss cheese can also be used it will melt a bit more than the gruyere. We make this at thanksgiving, christmas, 4th of july, and other special occasions. Broccoli, rice, and chicken casserole makeahead baked. From scratch broccoli cheese casserole with ritz crackers. In a large saucepan melt 2 tbsp butter over medlow heat. Add the cream cheese, blue cheese and milk or cream. Broccoli cheese casserole in a baking dish with a gray spoon.
Ultimate broccoli cheese casserole with ritz cracker crust f. Bake for 1520 minutes or until crackers are golden. Spray a x 9 inch baking dish with nonstick cooking spray. Cheesy broccoli rice casserole a warm and comforting casserole that can be a side dish or a mainjust add leftover meat for a complete meal. This chicken broccoli ritz casserole im sharing today is creamy, cheesy and topped off with crunchy ritz crackers. See great recipes for cheesy chicken broccoli rice casserole too. Broccoli cheese casserole is a wonderful holiday dinner side dish. In a small bowl crush the ritz crackers and stir them with the melted butter. Sheet pan chicken cordon bleu with roasted broccoli mels. Make a ritz cracker broccoli bake recipe broccoli bake.