Mom's Best Broccoli Casserole

A favorite at holiday time. Our family usually serves two: male and female (with and without "nuts")... :o)

• Ready In: 1 hr
• Serves: 8
• Yields: 1 Casserole

Ingredients

• 2 (10 ounce) packages  chopped frozen broccoli (cooked)
• 1 (10 3/4ounce) can  cream of mushroom soup
• 1  cup mayonnaise
• 2  eggs (beaten)
• 1  cup sharp cheddar cheese (shredded)
• 4  ounces  almonds (slivered) (optional)
• 1  tablespoon onion (chopped)
•  salt and pepper, to taste
• 1  cup  saltine crackers (crushed)
• 3  tablespoons butter (melted)

Directions

1. Pre-heat oven to 450 degrees.
2. In a large bowl, mix together the first eight ingredients.
3. Pour mix into a casserole dish.
4. Sprinkle top with crushed crackers and drizzle with melted butter.
5. Bake uncovered for 45 minutes or until golden brown.