Cheesy Broccoli Bake

A close-up of a fork holding a bite of cheesy baked casserole with broccoli and mushrooms.

This cheesy broccoli bake combines tender broccoli florets with a rich, creamy sauce for an easy comfort food side dish. It comes together with minimal effort and works well for weeknight dinners or family gatherings.

Course Main Dishes, Side Dish

Cuisine American, International

Keyword baking dish, broccoli, broccoli casserole, broccoli cheese, broccoli cheese casserole, broccoli florets, casserole, casserole dish, cheddar, cheddar cheese, cheese sauce, cheesy, cheesy broccoli, cheesy broccoli casserole, sharp cheddar, sharp cheddar cheese, side dish

Prep Time 15

Cook Time 25

Servings Servings

Calories 314kcal

Author Zuzana Paar

Equipment

Ingredients

4 Cups Broccoli Florets
2 Cups Shredded Cheddar Cheese
1½ Cups Cream of Mushroom Soup

US Customary - Metric

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 375°Fahrenheit (190°Celsius), grease the baking dish, and steam the broccoli until just tender.
Place the steamed broccoli in a large bowl, then add the cream of mushroom soup and shredded cheddar.
Gently fold the broccoli, soup, and cheese together until evenly combined without crushing the florets.
Transfer to the baking dish and bake for 20–25 minutes until hot, bubbling, and golden. Let cool briefly before serving.

Notes

Steam the broccoli until just tender and not fully soft. It will continue cooking in the casserole dish, and you want it to come out crisp-tender, not mushy.
Season with a little salt and pepper before baking. The sharp cheddar cheese adds a lot of flavor, but a little extra seasoning makes the whole broccoli casserole taste more balanced and complete.
Shred your own sharp cheddar cheese if you can. Pre-shredded cheese contains a coating that can prevent it from melting as smoothly into the cheese sauce.

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