Hi, someone help! I want to make this without mayo, what do I use instead?

By Jamie on February 07, 2012

Broccoli casserole has always been a staple at my house. We're not big on the mayo thing either so I use 2 cans of cream of mushroom soup (98% fat free) and no mayo. I would also add garlic and onion salt.

By Daryl on January 24, 2012

Paula,PLEASE DON'T CHANGE YOUR RECIPES TO SUIT POITICAL CORRECTNESS...THEY ARE THE REASON YOU ARE SO POPULAR!!!!!!!!

By bonnie on January 17, 2012

Hi, I've never made broccoli casserole before. Does anyone know if you can substitute something for the mayo? I'm not a big mayo fan... Would it be god with cottage cheese in it? Or is that a bad idea? Thanks!!

By Diana on January 10, 2012

nasty with too much mayonnaise. that's all you could taste. didn't have grated cheese so used shredded but don't think that would make enough difference. will try it again cutting the mayo in half. has anyone else had that problem?

By hofperson on January 03, 2012

I looove broccoli casserole and this didn't disappoint. I've tried it both ways; one with cream of chicken soup and one with cream of broccoli. To me, the cream of chicken is SO much better with broccoli. I've also tried it with Ritz and Keebler Club crackers--- the Club crackers get crispier in the oven! Yum!

By Courtney on January 01, 2012

This is my absolute favorite dish!! The only thing I do different is I use Velveeta Cheese instead of cheddar! SOO GOOD!! Thanks PAULA!

By Kristen Alston on January 01, 2012

My usual vegetable dish for the holidays is a big ol' pot of collards. Well, the store had slim pickens and my husband came home with more broccoli then I knew what to do with. So I searched the internet for broccoli recipes and came upon this one. I had everything needed to get the broccoli in the oven and on the table. Only thing is, some of my guests had issues with mushrooms. I had a big family-sized can of cream of chicken soup and figured that would have to do instead of the cream of mushroom soup. So with that being the only change, I made the casserole. Everyone said that this dish was the hit of the dinner! I had crab-stuffed beef tenderloin on the menu and that took a distant second to the broccoli. Who knew? Thanks for a good recipe and some nice compliments that came with it!

By Tamara on December 27, 2011

This is just one of the two Paul recipes I am making for our Christmas dinner and I can't wait to try it. I did mess with it a little based on some of the comments.. adding more cheese and some chopped sauteed onions

By Kelly on December 24, 2011

Help, I'm making this tomorrow for Christmas Day, but want to use fresh broccoli instead of the frozen, how much do I buy? Thanks and Merry Christmas! Jill

By Jill on December 23, 2011

This looks like an awesome dish and cannot wait to try it out!! Paula Deen you rock!! Went to Savannah just to try your restaurant...it was fantastic:) I do not know why there are any negative comments here (ie..Ingrid) none of anyone's business how you are doing with your smoking...all I can say it that "Ye who cast the first stone, must be trying to distract from their own miserable life"

By Dawn on December 13, 2011

I am going to try this recipe for Christmas! I usually just buy it bcuz im the only one who eats it. Well more for me! Thank God for u bcuz ever since my Granny died I do the cooking at holidays and she took the recipes with her. I suffer from anxiety disorders so I turn to cooking. U inspire me and ur books have given me some of the memories and all the love of my childhood! Im 37 and have an 18 year old who bakes. Thank God for u and best blessings to ya from my house to yours, by the way some of the best fried chicken was when my granny cooked while smoking! I dont smoke but prayers r going up for ya to stay sane and quit at ur own pace. God bless u and all ur true fans! Guess we can b the INTERNET PAULAETTEZ! MERRY CHRISTMAS AND HAPPY NEW YEAR

By april on December 12, 2011

Can this be made ahead of time? Would I just not cook the broccoli - leave it frozen and add the crackers before putting it in the oven?

By sherri on November 24, 2011

Can this Broccoli Casserole be made ahead of time?

By A on November 23, 2011

Ingrid -- you are obviously a very unhappy and bitter person. Why would you even go on her recipe page and make such a comment if you had no intention of making any of her food? hahaha Paula is an amazing person and if she wants to smoke and eat fatty foods well ... it's NONE OF YOUR BUSINESS. I am 27 and know that you are out line. Paula I adore you and your food is yummy. Never listen to haters! We will pray for you Ingrid

By Rachelle =-) on November 21, 2011

Paula you are the bestes.....................

By Anonymous on November 21, 2011

Keep in mind that ingredients can be modified. Fresh broccoli, 98% fat free mushroom soup, low fat mayo, reduced fat shredded cheddar cheese, butter substitutes, and you can leave out the crackers. Keep in mind, though, it's Thanksgiving and we only get to enjoy this holiday once a year with family and friends!

By Kathie on November 20, 2011

I adore your broccoli casserole, my family has been making it for years and years! Don't change a thing! Seriously, Lori

By Anonymous on November 16, 2011

Paula Dean, I would never prepare your Broccoli Casserole. There is nothing but fat and salt.......you need to change to healthier dishes.... by the way, how is your non-smoking going. I know it is very hard to quit....hang in there... you can make it. Sincerely Ingrid

By Ingrid KING on November 09, 2011

I really wish you could make it up this way. I use alot of your recipes and I have a lot of your cookware and hoping to buy more. I cook a lot and to be honest I have tried alot of different cookware and yours is so far the best and I love the colors that you can get. Thank you

By Tammy on November 02, 2011