One of the great things about veggie dishes is that they don’t require a lot of cooking time. They just need to be heated up until the moisture evaporates and then you can throw them in. One of the ways to preserve vegetables for longer periods is by cooking them a bit: until the vegetables are tender and most of the moisture has evaporated. This is known as blanching, and it’s one way to keep vegetables nice and crisp and juicy.
The Broccoli Casserole Velveeta is one of those dishes that most people probably had in their childhood. It was the main dish at many family meals, and it often accompanied a meal of macaroni and cheese. In the recent past, the broccoli casserole has become one of the most popular dishes involving chicken, with a large number of different versions out there. One such version is this casserole. The classic broccoli casserole is now quite similar to a typical macaroni and cheese, but it’s still a fantastic dish in its own right.
Broccoli Casserole Velveeta has always been one of my favorite foods, it’s creamy and flavorful. I was always excited to try Broccoli Casserole Velveeta because it was new to me, but I quickly learned how much work it is to make this dish. Sometimes you need to give it a bit of a break. The result is a creamy, crunchy, and flavorful dish that isn’t overly processed or low on flavor.
How to make a Broccoli Casserole Velveeta
This broccoli casserole Velveeta recipe is a delicious and easy way to get your family to eat a nice healthy meal. It’s not the only broccoli casserole recipe on this website, but I thought it was a really good one to share.
Ingredients
- Frozen broccoli florets, 32 ounces
- Garlic powder, 1/2 teaspoon
- Salt, 1 teaspoon
- Pepper, 1/2 teaspoon
- Onion powder, 1/2 teaspoon
- Velveeta cheese, 16 oz (cut into small cubes no larger than 1″ in size)
- Sharp cheddar cheese, 1 cup (grated)
- Ritz Crackers, 1 sleeve (crushed)
- Salted butter, 2 tablespoons (melted)
Instructions
Step 1
The oven should be preheated to 350 degrees. Spray the bottom and sides of a 9×13 baking dish with nonstick spray. Place aside.
Step 2
The broccoli florets should be boiled in salted water for 3 minutes, drained, and put into a large bowl.
Step 3
Season the broccoli with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder. Add the Velveeta Cheese to the broccoli, stirring until all of the cheese is melted.
Step 4
Put the broccoli cheese mixture into the casserole dish and distribute evenly. Sprinkle the shredded cheddar evenly over the broccoli.
Step 5
Sprinkle the crushed ritz crackers over the top of the casserole after mixing them with the melted butter. Bake for 25-30 minutes until the cheeses are bubbling. Remove from the oven and serve immediately.
Broccoli Casserole Velveeta Recipe
Type: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Recipe Yield: 10 servings
Preparation Time: 15M
Cooking Time: 30M
Total Time: 45M
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