Joanna Gaines Broccoli Casserole Recipe
Do you love cozy family dinners? Then you need this Joanna Gaines Broccoli Casserole Recipe. This dish is pure comfort food. It is creamy, cheesy, and very easy to make.
Equipment
- 9x13-inch baking dish
- Large Mixing Bowl
- Whisk or large spoon.
- Medium saucepan
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Sharp knife
- Cutting Board
Ingredients
- 4 cups fresh broccoli florets.
- 2 cups cooked white rice.
- 1 can condensed cream of mushroom soup.
- 1/2 cup heavy cream.
- 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese.
- 1/2 cup melted butter.
- 1 cup crushed Ritz crackers.
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder.
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper.
- 1/2 teaspoon salt.
Instructions
- Set your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Grease your baking dish with butter or spray.
- Steam the fresh broccoli until it is slightly soft. Do not overcook the vegetables. Drain well.
- Combine soup, cream, and spices in a bowl. Whisk until the mixture is very smooth.
- Add rice, broccoli, and half the cheese. Stir gently to coat everything in sauce.
- Pour the mixture into your prepared baking dish. Spread it out evenly with a spoon.
- Mix crushed crackers with melted butter. Sprinkle them over the top of the casserole.
- Bake for 30 minutes until the top is brown. The cheese should be bubbly and hot.
Notes
- Use fresh broccoli for the best texture.
- Frozen broccoli can make the dish too watery.
- Always grate your own cheddar cheese.
- Pre-shredded cheese does not melt as well.
- Let the casserole sit for five minutes after baking.
- This helps the sauce set perfectly.
- Add a pinch of cayenne for a tiny kick.