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Paula Deen Broccoli Casserole

A rich and creamy Southern-style broccoli casserole with sharp cheddar cheese and a buttery cracker topping, perfect for holidays and family dinners.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American, Southern
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4 cups broccoli florets fresh
  • 2 cups sharp cheddar cheese shredded
  • 1 can cream of mushroom soup
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 2 eggs large
  • 0.5 cup unsalted butter melted
  • 1.5 cups buttery round crackers crushed
  • 0.5 tsp salt
  • 0.25 tsp black pepper

Equipment

  • Large mixing bowl
  • Casserole dish
  • Saucepan

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a casserole dish.
  2. Blanch broccoli in boiling salted water until bright green and tender-crisp. Drain well.
  3. In a large bowl, mix soup, sour cream, melted butter, eggs, salt, and pepper until smooth.
  4. Stir in shredded cheddar cheese.
  5. Fold broccoli into the mixture and spread evenly in the casserole dish.
  6. Mix crushed crackers with melted butter and sprinkle over the top.
  7. Bake uncovered for 40–45 minutes until bubbly and golden brown.

Notes

Can be assembled a day ahead and baked before serving.