Italian Broccoli Casserole Recipe
Overview:
This Italian Broccoli Casserole is a delightful twist on the classic broccoli casserole, infusing it with the flavors of pizza! A guaranteed crowd-pleaser, it vanishes in no time at family gatherings. 🍕
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Servings: Varies
- Calories: 530.3 per serving
- Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (5/5)
Ingredients:
- 1 onion
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 1/4 tsp garlic powder
- 1 lb Italian sausage
- 1 broccoli head, cooked and drained
- 2 cups mushrooms, sliced
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions:
| Step | Description |
|---|---|
| 1 | Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). |
| 2 | Cook the broccoli according to package directions, then drain and set aside. |
| 3 | In a skillet, brown the Italian sausage, ensuring to drain off any excess fat. |
| 4 | Add chopped onions to the skillet and sauté until they turn clear. |
| 5 | Incorporate the sliced mushrooms and the cooked broccoli into the skillet with the sausage and onions. |
| 6 | Add sour cream, cream of mushroom soup, garlic powder, and salt and pepper to taste. Sprinkle in half of the shredded mozzarella cheese. Mix the ingredients thoroughly. |
| 7 | Transfer the mixture into a greased 2-quart casserole dish, spreading it out evenly. |
| 8 | Sprinkle the remaining shredded mozzarella cheese on top of the mixture in the casserole dish. |
| 9 | Bake in the preheated oven for about 30 minutes, or until the casserole is bubbly and the cheese is golden brown on top. |
| 10 | Serve hot and enjoy the delicious flavors reminiscent of pizza in this unique Italian-inspired broccoli casserole! |
Tips:
- Serving Suggestions: This casserole pairs well with a side salad or some garlic breadsticks.
- Make-Ahead: You can prepare the casserole ahead of time and refrigerate it until ready to bake. Just adjust the baking time accordingly if the casserole is cold when it goes into the oven.
- Storage: Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in the oven or microwave until heated through.
- Customization: Feel free to customize this recipe by adding your favorite pizza toppings such as pepperoni, bell peppers, or olives.
Keywords:
Very Low Carbs, Potluck, Spicy, Christmas, Thanksgiving, < 60 Mins, Oven
Enjoy making and sharing this Italian Broccoli Casserole with your loved ones! 🥦🧀🍽️
