Description
A comforting classic featuring creamy Velveeta cheese and tender broccoli, topped with crunchy Ritz crackers.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups fresh or frozen broccoli florets
- 1 cup Velveeta cheese, cubed
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 cup Ritz crackers, crushed
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: 1/2 cup chopped onions or garlic for extra flavor
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Cook the broccoli in a large pot until tender and then drain well.
- Mix the Velveeta cheese and milk in a separate saucepan over low heat until melted and combined into a creamy mixture.
- Combine the cooked broccoli with the cheese mix in a mixing bowl, being gentle to keep the broccoli florets intact.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste, adjusting according to your preference.
- Pour the mixture into a greased baking dish, ensuring it’s evenly spread.
- Sprinkle the crushed Ritz crackers on top for that delightful crunch.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until bubbly and golden brown, allowing the flavors to meld beautifully.
- Serve warm as a treasured side dish and watch it disappear!
Notes
Make it ahead by assembling the night before. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to four days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 30mg