Miriam Fox’s Broccoli Casserole
📜 Collection: GailCollection | ✍️ Attribution: Miriam Fox | 📂 Category: Sides A classic and comforting broccoli casserole featuring a rich, homemade Cheez Whiz sauce and a crunchy cracker crumb topping. The beaten eggs give it a light, soufflé-like texture.
| Prep Time | Cook Time | Inactive / Chill Time | Yield / Servings |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 mins | 50 mins | None | 6–8 servings |
🔪 Key Equipment
- Saucepan
- Large bowl
- Casserole dish
Ingredients
| Measurements | Ingredients | Prep / Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 2 (10 oz) Packages | Broccoli | Chopped, thawed and squeezed dry |
| 1/4 Cup | Onion | Chopped |
| 6 Tablespoons | Butter | Divided |
| 2 Teaspoons | Flour | Standard |
| 1/2 Cup | Water | Standard |
| 1 (8 oz) Jar | Cheez Whiz | Standard |
| 3 | Eggs | Well beaten |
| 1/2 Cup | Cracker Crumbs | Standard |
Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the Base and Sauce
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a casserole dish.
- Thaw the 2 packages chopped broccoli and squeeze out as much excess water as possible using a clean towel.
- In a saucepan, sauté the 1/4 cup chopped onion in 4 tablespoons of butter until tender.
- Stir in the 2 teaspoons flour to form a paste. Gradually whisk in the 1/2 cup water to create a smooth sauce, and cook until thickened.
- Add the 1 jar Cheez Whiz to the saucepan and stir over low heat until completely melted and smooth.
Step 2: Assemble and Bake
- In a large bowl, combine the well-drained broccoli with the prepared cheese sauce. Stir in the 3 well-beaten eggs until fully incorporated.
- Pour the entire mixture into the greased casserole dish.
- Melt the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter and toss them with the 1/2 cup cracker crumbs until moistened.
- Sprinkle the buttered crumbs evenly over the top of the casserole.
- Bake for 45 to 50 minutes at 350°F, or until the casserole is set in the center and the topping is golden brown and fragrant.
💡 Make-Ahead & Storage: Assemble the casserole up to 24 hours in advance, cover, and refrigerate before adding the cracker crumb topping just prior to baking.
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