Description
This French Onion Broccoli Cheese Casserole is a comforting, cheesy layered dish that combines tender broccoli florets with a creamy mixture of French onion soup, cheddar and mozzarella cheeses, topped with a crispy breadcrumb crust. Perfect as a hearty side or a vegetarian main, this casserole bakes to a golden brown in just under an hour.
Ingredients
Scale
Vegetables
- 4 cups broccoli florets
Dairy & Cheese
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup sour cream
Other
- 1 can (10.5 oz) French onion soup
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to ensure it is ready for baking the casserole.
- Mix Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the broccoli florets, French onion soup, sour cream, shredded cheddar cheese, and shredded mozzarella cheese. Mix thoroughly to coat the broccoli evenly with the creamy mixture and cheeses.
- Transfer to Baking Dish: Grease a baking dish to prevent sticking and then transfer the broccoli and cheese mixture evenly into the dish.
- Prepare Breadcrumb Topping: In a separate bowl, mix the breadcrumbs with olive oil until the crumbs are evenly coated, creating a topping that will become crispy and golden when baked.
- Top Casserole: Sprinkle the olive oil-coated breadcrumb mixture evenly over the broccoli casserole to add a crunchy texture after baking.
- Bake: Place the casserole in the preheated oven and bake for 30-35 minutes or until the casserole is bubbly and the breadcrumb topping is golden brown and crisp.
Notes
- For added flavor, sprinkle a bit of freshly ground black pepper or garlic powder into the broccoli mixture before baking.
- If you prefer a gluten-free version, substitute breadcrumbs with gluten-free alternatives.
- Use fresh broccoli for best texture, but frozen broccoli can be used if thawed and patted dry.
- Let the casserole rest for 5 minutes after baking to set before serving.
- This casserole pairs well with roasted meats or can be served as a hearty vegetarian dish.
