Southern Broccoli Casserole Recipe

This Thanksgiving favorite, straight from South Carolina, will become your new go-to broccoli casserole recipe! Creamy, cheesy, and topped with a crunchy Ritz cracker crust, this recipe is unbelievably delicious. The secret? Melted margarine and Ritz crackers create a topping that's both buttery and satisfying. Get ready for rave reviews!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 55 mins
Calories 261.3 kcal
Protein 12g
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Ingredients for Southern Broccoli Casserole

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How to Make Southern Broccoli Casserole

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a medium skillet, melt 1 tablespoon of margarine over medium heat. Add 1/2 cup chopped yellow onion and sauté until softened, about 5 minutes. Remove onions and set aside, reserving the remaining margarine in the pan.
  3. In a large bowl, whisk together 2 large eggs.
  4. Add 10 ounces of frozen broccoli florets (thawed and drained), the sautéed onions, 10.75 ounces of condensed cream of mushroom soup, 1/2 cup mayonnaise, 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese, and the whisked eggs to the bowl. Stir until well combined.
  5. Pour the broccoli mixture into a greased 1.5 to 2-quart casserole dish.
  6. In a small bowl, combine the reserved margarine from the pan with an additional 2 tablespoons of melted margarine. Add 1 1/2 cups crushed Ritz crackers and gently toss until the crackers are evenly coated but not soggy.
  7. Sprinkle the Ritz cracker topping evenly over the broccoli mixture.
  8. Bake for 30-45 minutes, or until heated through and the topping is golden brown. Let stand for 10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

24 g

Sugar

13g

Fat

27g

Carbs

5g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Southern Broccoli Casserole?

Southern Broccoli Casserole takes about 75 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 55 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Southern Broccoli Casserole?

Southern Broccoli Casserole has approximately 261.3 calories per serving, with about 12 g protein, 5 g carbohydrates and 30 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Southern Broccoli Casserole?

The key ingredients for Southern Broccoli Casserole are Broccoli, Onions, Cream Of Mushroom Soup, Mayonnaise, Sharp Cheddar Cheese, Eggs. See the full list with measurements above.

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