on Nov 26, 2013, Updated Jun 14, 2023 212 Comments So simple to prepare, my Broccoli Cheese Casserole is made from scratch and is an updated version of that old favorite from my childhood that included cans of cream of chicken soup. While there’s nothing wrong with that, I wanted to remake the recipe to make it fresher and an even more delicious comfort food favorite! Once I made my creamy, cheesy sauce for my Broccoli Cheese Casserole from scratch, I never looked back! The result is a fresh, easy side dish with a buttery, crunchy cracker crumb topping that is the BEST Broccoli Cheese Casserole I’ve ever tasted! Once you try this made-from-scratch recipe for this iconic casserole, I think it will become your favorite version, too. Here’s how you’ll make it.
How to Make Broccoli Cheese Casserole
This is great for Thanksgiving, Christmas, and Easter with Turkey Breast or Roasted Turkey. It is also delicious anytime with Roast Chicken or Baked Chicken Breasts.
Broccoli – I prefer to use fresh broccoli florets that I cut from whole heads of broccoli. You can also use pre-cut broccoli florets if you prefer. Butter – You can use salted or unsalted butter. All-purpose Flour – Used to make the homemade sauce for the casserole. This sauce replaces the cream of chicken or mushroom soup used in many recipes. Milk – Used in the homemade sauce. I prefer whole milk or even heavy cream for a rich and creamy sauce. Kosher Salt – I use Diamond Crystal Kosher Salt. If you substitute with Morton’s Kosher salt, fine sea salt, or table salt, you will only need half the amount of the salt called for in the recipe. Ground Black Pepper – You can also use white pepper if you prefer. Cayenne Pepper – You only use a little cayenne pepper in this casserole dish for added flavor. If you are sensitive to cayenne, you can omit it. Monterey Jack Cheese – Makes the homemade sauce creamy and delicious. Sour Cream – Adds even more creamy, silky richness to the sauce while adding a slightly tangy flavor. Cheddar Cheese – Tops the casserole as it bakes. Buttery Crackers – Adds a crispy, crunch, buttery topping on the casserole.
Storage Tips
Make Ahead Unbaked Broccoli and Cheese Casserole. Make without the final topping of cheese and butter crackers. Store the unbaked casserole for up to one week in an airtight container in the refrigerator. When ready to bake, top with the cheese and crackers and bake as directed. Freeze Unbaked Broccoli Cheese Casserole. Store the uncooked casserole in an airtight, freezer-safe container without the final cheese and butter cracker topping for up to 3 months in the freezer. When ready to bake, thaw in the refrigerator overnight, top with cheese and crackers, and bake as directed. Store Leftover Casserole. Refrigerate leftover casserole in an airtight container or wrap well with wrap for up to 4 days. Reheat and serve. Freeze Leftover Casserole. Transfer to a freezer-safe container(s) and freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw, reheat, and serve.
Other Favorite Casseroles and Side Dishes
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