Easy Broccoli Casserole with Ritz Crackers is one of those recipes that is super easy to make but so incredibly delicious that everyone will be asking for more. Perfect for holidays or special get togethers.
This Easy Broccoli Casserole with Ritz Crackers is one vegetable dish that makes veggies everyone’s favorite party of the meal. Truly one of the best dishes you can make for the holidays.
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What We Love About This Broccoli Cheese Casserole Recipe
My mother makes this incredible Velveeta broccoli casserole (not for someone on a low calorie diet, you don’t even want to see the daily values or nutrition information!!) This large pot of goodness gets devoured every time she makes it. It’s the perfect comfort food. Who doesn’t love Velveeta or any Velveeta casserole??
- 35 Minute Side: It only takes 5 minutes to assemble and then you just have to bake. Also, you can make ahead of time for great meal prep.
- Easy Ingredients: All found in pantry or fridge.
- Family Friendly: The buttery cracker topping and all that magnificent cheese make this recipe a true family favorite.
- Adaptable: Can make it with low fat cheese or different crackers in the topping.
Ingredient Notes for Velveeta Broccoli Casserole
- Frozen Broccoli: 2 packages. Small florets.
- Butter: Eight tablespoons of divide it.
- Velveeta: Cube the velveeta cheese.
- Ritz Crackers: One sleeve or use another buttery cracker for cracker crumbs.
- All Purpose Seasoning: A blend of garlic powder and other great seasonings such as salt and black pepper.
Equipment Needed for Broccoli Velveeta Casserole
How to Make Easy Broccoli Casserole with Ritz Crackers
These are the basic steps for making broccoli casserole with velveeta. Please refer to the recipe card below for more detailed instructions and nutrition information.
STEP 1: PREP
First, preheat your oven and cook the broccoli per package directions.Then drain liquid from the broccoli and transfer to a 9×9 inch casserole dish and then sprinkle with All Purpose Seasoning.
STEP 2: STIR
Next, cut 4 tablespoons of butter into cubes and dot broccoli with the butter cubes and cheese. Melt remaining butter and mix with crush cracker crumbs and cover broccoli mixture.
STEP 3: BAKE
Finally bake for 30 minutes or until cheese is bubbly.
Prep and Storage Tips for Cheesy Broccoli Casserole
HOW TO MAKE THIS RECIPE AHEAD OF TIME
I love that it’s simple to make. The instructions are so simple, it can even be assembled ahead of time and stored in the fridge until you’re ready to bake it
HOW TO STORE THIS RITZ CRACKER BROCCOLI CASSEROLE RECIPE
Store the leftovers in an airtight container for up to five days.
HOW TO FREEZE THIS RECIPE
Cover the casserole in aluminum foil or wrap well with plastic wrap and freeze for up to six months. Bake per the instructions in the recipe card.
HOW TO REHEAT THIS RECIPE
Reheat in the oven or in the microwave until it is warm throughout add a little milk or cream to make it creamier.
Frequently Asked Questions about this Simple Broccoli Casserole
Use low-fat or fat free velveeta. Use a fat free or gluten-free cracker.
Of course, you can pour crumble bacon, ham or even chicken to the ritz cracker broccoli casserole.
Indeed, having a large party or a Thanksgiving buffet? Make a double or even triple batch following the recipe card below.
Yes, add a cup of cooked rice to the cheese sauce.
Expert Tips for Making This Broccoli and Cheese Casserole Recipe
- Add Vegetables: Add other vegetables to the broccoli florets such as onions, fresh garlic or mushrooms.
- Fresh Broccoli: Cook the fresh broccoli until tender and follow the recipe.
- Variation tip: Top the broccoli mixture with freshly grated cheddar cheese and then ritz cracker mixture for more cheesy goodness.
- Dietary consideration tip: Use a low fat cheese or a low fat cracker for this recipe.
What to Serve with Easy Broccoli Casserole with Ritz Crackers
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Easy Broccoli Casserole
Ingredients
- 2 10 oz packages frozen chopped broccoli
- 8 tablespoons butter, divided
- 8 ounces Velveeta, cubed
- 1 sleeve Ritz crackers, crushed
- 2 teaspoons All Purpose Seasoning
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
- Cook broccoli according to package directions.
- Drain liquid from the broccoli and transfer to a 9×9 inch casserole dish; Sprinkle with All Purpose Seasoning.
- Cut 4 tablespoons of butter in cubes.
- Dot broccoli with cubed butter and cheese.
- Melt remaining butter.
- Mix crushed crackers with melted butter and cover broccoli mixture.
- Bake for 30 minutes or until cheese is bubbly.
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Expert Tips
- Add Vegetables: Add other vegetables to the broccoli florets such as onions, fresh garlic or mushrooms.
- Fresh Broccoli: Cook the fresh broccoli until tender and follow the recipe.
- Variation tip: Top the broccoli mixture with freshly grated cheddar cheese and then ritz cracker mixture for more cheesy goodness.
- Dietary consideration tip: Use a low fat cheese or a low fat cracker for this recipe.
Estimated Nutritional Information
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Lesley
That looks yummy! I make a chicken, broccoli and cheese casserole but I’ve never just tried it with the broccoli and cheese. Sounds scrumptious!
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I’d appreciate it if you could do that if you participate again in the future! It’s just a courtesy link and also so that your readers can see how the other people who linked to the meme are making their homes sing this week!
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I just put mine in the oven. I did grate some Colby jack cheese and put it on top of the broccoli mixture. I then added the crushed ritz cracker and melted butter all over the top! It looks so yummy I can’t wait till it’s done!! Thank you for the recipe😋😋
Hi! This totally reminds me of ones that we make every holiday season! Get’s me in the spirit! Thanks so much for linking up to the party this week and please be sure to link back to it in your posts so everyone can enjoy all of the great Inspirations! 🙂
Vanessa
This looks delicious! No problem getting kids to eat their veggies when it is covered in cheese and crackers. La
How can you go wrong with Velveta? Love this!
Thanks so much for the link! Please be sure to link back to Saturday Swap in your post. Have a super weekend!!!
I like the way you presented it! Looks really yum! Happy Weekend!
wow. looks delicious. thanks for the recipe, saving it and i wish i could try it! happy weekend! 🙂
YUM!! Comfort food at it’s best – CHEESE and broccoli – this sounds fantastic. Thanks for sharing with Friday Potluck!
This would make a wonderful side dish for Thanksgiving. I don’t think anyone could pass up something cheesy.
I agree, Lisa! And, it’s an easy way to get small children to eat broccoli!
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I love recipes that are easy yet super delicious! My grandmother made something almost identical to this and it’s been years since I’ve had it. I’ll definitely make this soon.
This looks fabulous! I always have trouble finding Velveeta in the grocery store. I can only ever seem to find the Velveeta slices, not the block of Velveeta.
Christina — I would use the slices if you can find those. Just make sure you have the right amount by weight. I don’t think the shape of the cheese matters since it melts.
My sister in law makes this every Thanksgiving and Christmas – mostly for me! It is a dish that always means holiday for me – you can keep your green bean salad – pass me the cheesy broccoli! Thanks for sharing this with us at the hearth and soul hop!
This is one of my favorites!
We love brocolli cheese soup, now we are going to have to try this. Thanks for sharing this on “Delicious Dishes”
i might be able to get my husband to eat broccoli if i served it this way! thank you for linking this simple yet scrumptious recipe to tuesday night supper club.
I’m always trying to find new side dish recipes, this one sounds like a keeper! Thanks!
This totally reminds me of something we would have eaten growing up! Do they still make Velveeta (well, apparently they do…loved it as a kid)!? I’ve saved this and will give it a try, bet the kids would gobble it right up!!! Thank you for sharing this with the hearth and soul hop this week!
Your recipe looks great. I will put it on my “to cook” list.
Thank you for sharing.
That was really simple ! I love anything that is this easy
and thanks for sharing that!
You’re very welcome! I’m glad you liked it!