Indulge in a symphony of flavors with Aunt Allene's Broccoli Casserole, a classic dish that combines the goodness of broccoli, cheese, and a creamy sauce. This delectable casserole is not only a feast for the taste buds but also a visual delight, featuring a golden-brown crust and tender-crisp broccoli florets. The recipe provides step-by-step instructions, ensuring that even novice cooks can create this culinary masterpiece. This article also offers variations of the classic recipe, including a gluten-free option, a vegetarian version, and a lighter version with reduced calories. Whether you're a seasoned cook or just starting your culinary journey, Aunt Allene's Broccoli Casserole is a must-try dish that will impress your family and friends.
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
AUNT PAMS BROCOLLI CHEESE CASSAROLE
Every year my aunt would make this recipe. When I was a teenager she handed over the recipe to me and I took over making it. My family now enjoys it and I hope yours will too.
Provided by Kathy Triplett
Categories Side Casseroles
Time 25m
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- 1. Boil brocolli according to package, drain.
- 2. Preheat oven to 375 F.
- 3. Cook cream of brocolli soup mixed with 1/2 can milk or water. Bring to slight boil.
- 4. In a 9 x 11 pan spray with non-stick cooking spray.
- 5. On the bottom layer crush half of the ritz crackers, then layer with half the brocolli, then layer with half the soup, then spread half the cheese, finally layer with half the durkee onions.
- 6. repeat the layering process.
- 7. Bake in the oven for about 15 minutes or until cheese has melted and starting to turn golden brown.
BROCCOLI CASSEROLE
Provided by Alton Brown
Categories side-dish
Time 1h25m
Yield 6 to 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
- In a bowl combine mayonnaise, yogurt, cheddar cheese, blue cheese dressing, eggs, salt, pepper, and flavor pack from noodles. In a separate bowl combine broccoli, mushrooms, and broken noodles then toss together wet mixture and vegetables to evenly coat. Place in an 8 by 8-inch baking dish that has been sprayed with non- stick cooking spray and cook for 45 minutes covered. Then remove cover and bake for additional 15 minutes to brown. Cool for 15 minutes before serving.
AUNT ANNE'S BROCCOLI-CHEESE RICE CASSEROLE
This is everyone's favorite casserole, not least because on Thanksgiving Day it's the only rice dish on the table (and my Korean family loves rice). When my cousin Becky finally learned how to make broccoli-cheese rice casserole from her Aunt Anne, whose Southern food I always thought tasted so good, she usually made two vats of it because it's the one dish everyone wants leftovers of. (It also happens to reheat especially well-a key requirement for any Thanksgiving side dish, in my book.) What I love most is how much this recipe has changed over time. I call it Aunt Anne's Broccoli-Cheese Rice Casserole because she's the catalyst for the dish, but really it's "Eric's interpretation of Becky's Broccoli-Cheese Rice Casserole, which she maybe learned from her mother, Julia, who learned it from her sister Anne." Like a game of telephone, the recipe has been tweaked and misremembered, and now tastes like a mere version of that first casserole we had as kids, which is fine because we're not kids anymore. And I love that. This kind of culinary evolution is what defines Thanksgiving for me. As for the broccoli, sometimes I like to use only florets because that's my favorite part of the vegetable, but my mother likes it the way Aunt Anne makes it, which was often with frozen chopped broccoli (stems and everything). The original had Velveeta cheese, as well, but I enjoy the sharpness of cheddar and the ease of ready shredded cheese, which is what I call for here.
Provided by Food Network
Categories main-dish
Time 1h5m
Yield 6 to 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Grease a 9 × 13-inch baking dish with softened butter.
- In a large skillet, melt the 1 stick of butter over medium high heat. Add the onion, sprinkle with the sugar, and season with salt and pepper. Reduce the heat to medium-low and cook, stirring occasionally, until the onion is slightly caramelized, 15 to 20 minutes.
- Add the bread to the buttery onions, increase the heat to medium, and sauté until slightly toasted, 10 to 12 minutes. Remove from the heat.
- In your biggest bowl, use your hands to toss together the rice, frozen broccoli, cheddar, sour cream, milk, 2 teaspoons salt, and the buttery onion-bread mixture until well mixed. Spread evenly into the greased baking dish. (You can make this ahead up to this point; see Cook's Note.)
- Bake the casserole until bubbling, warmed through, and slightly browned at the edges, 30 to 40 minutes. Serve warm. Refrigerate leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4 days.
AUNT MILLIE'S BROCCOLI CASSEROLE
This is a family favorite for holidays and get-togethers! This recipe has been passed down in our family for years because it's so cheesy and delicious!
Provided by KAYLEEW
Categories Side Dish Casseroles Broccoli Casserole Recipes
Time 55m
Yield 10
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- Bring a pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook broccoli in the boiling water for 1 minute. Drain, and set aside.
- In a saucepan over medium heat, mix the cheese, cream of mushroom soup, salt, and pepper. Stir until cheese is melted. Add the broccoli, stirring to coat. Transfer the mixture to a 9x13 inch baking dish.
- In a separate saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Mix in the croutons, and sprinkle over the broccoli mixture.
- Bake 30 minutes in the preheated oven, until the topping is browned and broccoli is tender.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 201.5 calories, Carbohydrate 15.7 g, Cholesterol 27.7 mg, Fat 12.6 g, Fiber 3.6 g, Protein 8.4 g, SaturatedFat 6.7 g, Sodium 972.9 mg, Sugar 2.8 g
AUNT PAT'S BROCCOLI CASSEROLE
I love quick and easy recipes. I work night shift and my daughter goes to U.A.F so easy simple meals work best for us. We take turns cooking depending on who is home. This dish is yummy.
Provided by Elaine Carstensen
Categories Vegetables
Time 50m
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- 1. Preheat oven to 350. Spray a casserole dish with non stick spray.
- 2. Mix broccoli, sour cream and onion soup mix. spread in casserole dish and top with cheddar cheese
- 3. bake 30 minutes or until hot and bubbly. Enjoy!
AUNT MILLIE'S BROCCOLI CASSEROLE
This fresh broccoli casserole is a family favorite for holidays and get-togethers! This recipe has been passed down in our family for years because it's so cheesy and delicious!
Provided by Kaylee
Categories Broccoli Casserole
Time 55m
Yield 10
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- Bring a pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook broccoli in the boiling water for 1 minute. Drain, and set aside.
- In a saucepan over medium heat, mix cheese, cream of mushroom soup, salt, and pepper. Stir until cheese is melted. Add broccoli, stirring to coat. Transfer the mixture to a 9x13-inch baking dish.
- In a separate saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Mix in the croutons, and sprinkle over the broccoli mixture.
- Bake 30 minutes in the preheated oven, until the topping is browned and the broccoli is tender.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 201.5 calories, Carbohydrate 15.7 g, Cholesterol 27.7 mg, Fat 12.6 g, Fiber 3.6 g, Protein 8.4 g, SaturatedFat 6.7 g, Sodium 972.9 mg, Sugar 2.8 g
AUNT LINDA'S BROCCOLI CHEESE CASSEROLE
My husband's aunt makes this for Thanksgiving and Christmas pot lucks. If she does not bring this to the function, she's in trouble-lol. It is very good and really cheesy. Easy to make, I am sure it will be one of your favorites as well.
Provided by ladyautumn
Categories Rice
Time 1h15m
Yield 1 casserole, 12-15 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Make rice as directed on box.
- Steam the cauliflower and broccoli.
- While the rice and veggies are cooking, go ahead and cube the cheese. Save a few cubes for the top of the casserole.
- When rice is done place in a large casserole dish, add veggies, cubed cheese, and soup. Mix together.
- Place saved cubed cheese on top of casserole and cook at 350 degrees for 45 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 171.5, Fat 12.8, SaturatedFat 7.5, Cholesterol 39.1, Sodium 432.7, Carbohydrate 4.1, Fiber 1, Sugar 1.1, Protein 10.6
ALTON BROWN'S BROCCOLI CASSEROLE
Make and share this Alton Brown's Broccoli Casserole recipe from Food.com.
Provided by bungalowten
Categories Vegetable
Time 1h25m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
- In a bowl combine mayonnaise, yogurt, cheddar cheese, blue cheese dressing, eggs, salt, pepper, and flavor pack from noodles.
- In a separate bowl combine broccoli, mushrooms, and broken noodles then toss together wet mixture and vegetables to evenly coat.
- Place in an 8 by 8-inch baking dish that has been sprayed with non- stick cooking spray and cook for 45 minutes covered.
- Then remove cover and bake for additional 15 minutes to brown.
- Cool for 15 minutes before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 402.7, Fat 28.7, SaturatedFat 10.6, Cholesterol 110.4, Sodium 871.9, Carbohydrate 24.6, Fiber 3.1, Sugar 5.4, Protein 15.2
AUNT ALLENE'S BROCCOLI CASSEROLE
Many years ago, someone in the family collected recipes from descendants of my great grandparents, William M. and Florence E. (Snodgrass) Whaley and had them compiled into a cookbook. I am posting those recipes here so that they will not be lost. This recipe was submitted by my Great Aunt Allene.
Provided by Claudia McClaran
Categories Side Casseroles
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- 1. Sauté celery and onion in butter (about 1 tablespoonful). Add boiling water, rice and broccoli, then cook together 15 minutes.
- 2. Add chicken broth, mushroom and celery soups and Cheez Whiz. Stir all together until well blended.
- 3. Bake 30 minutes at 350°F.
Tips:
- Use fresh, high-quality ingredients. This will make a big difference in the flavor of your casserole.
- Don't overcook the broccoli. You want it to be tender but still have a little bit of crunch.
- Use a good quality cheese. A sharp cheddar or Gruyère will give your casserole a rich, flavorful taste.
- Don't be afraid to experiment. You can add other ingredients to your casserole, such as cooked chicken, ham, or bacon. You can also use different types of cheese or vegetables.
- Make sure your casserole is cooked all the way through before serving. This will help prevent foodborne illness.
Conclusion:
Aunt Allene's Broccoli Casserole is a classic Southern dish that is perfect for any occasion. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste. With its creamy, cheesy sauce and tender broccoli, this casserole is sure to be a hit with your family and friends. So next time you're looking for a delicious and comforting dish, give Aunt Allene's Broccoli Casserole a try. You won't be disappointed!
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