Broccoli and Ritz

Transform your side dish game with this irresistible Broccoli and Ritz Casserole—a creamy, cheesy, and crumbly delight that takes simple ingredients to the next level. Fresh broccoli florets are blanched to perfection, then coated in a rich mixture of cream of mushroom soup, sour cream, and shredded cheddar cheese. Topped with buttery, golden Ritz cracker crumbs, this comforting bake is the ultimate crowd-pleaser, perfect for family dinners, potlucks, or holiday gatherings. With just 15 minutes of prep and a satisfying 30-minute bake, this easy broccoli casserole combines textures and flavors in every delicious bite. Treat your taste buds to a hearty side dish that’s as comforting as it is crave-worthy!

Nutriscore Rating: 56/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 4 cups broccoli florets
• 10.5 ounces cream of mushroom soup
• 1 cup sour cream
• 1.5 cups shredded cheddar cheese
• 1 sleeve Ritz crackers
• 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 0.5 teaspoons garlic powder
• 0.25 teaspoons salt
• 0.25 teaspoons ground black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with cooking spray or butter.

Step 2

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the broccoli florets and blanch for 2-3 minutes until they are bright green and slightly tender. Drain well and set aside.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, combine the cream of mushroom soup, sour cream, shredded cheddar cheese, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Mix until the ingredients are well incorporated.

Step 4

Add the blanched broccoli to the bowl and gently toss to coat it evenly with the mixture.

Step 5

Transfer the broccoli mixture to the prepared baking dish, spreading it out in an even layer.

Step 6

Place the Ritz crackers in a resealable plastic bag and crush them into coarse crumbs using your hands or a rolling pin.

Step 7

Melt the unsalted butter in a small saucepan or microwave-safe bowl. Pour the melted butter over the crushed Ritz crackers and mix until evenly coated.

Step 8

Sprinkle the buttery Ritz cracker crumbs evenly over the broccoli mixture in the baking dish.

Step 9

Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and the casserole is bubbly.

Step 10

Remove the casserole from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes before serving. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1205.8 grams (1205.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2249

Total Fat 183.40g	235%
Saturated Fat 103.50g	518%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.40g
Cholesterol 433mg	144%
Sodium 3749mg	163%
Total Carbohydrate 110.40g	40%
Dietary Fiber 9.90g	35%
Total Sugars 32.90g
Protein 75.90g	152%

Vitamin D 83IU	417%
Calcium 1910mg	147%
Iron 7mg	41%
Potassium 360mg	8%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 68.9%

Protein: 12.7%

Carbs: 18.4%