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Creamy Broccoli Casserole

Creamy Broccoli Casserole That's Comfort Food Heaven

This Creamy Broccoli Casserole transforms simple broccoli into comfort food heaven with rich garlic-parmesan sauce and crispy topping.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Casserole
  • 600 g Broccoli Florets small to medium-sized
  • 4 tablespoons Unsalted Butter can be swapped with margarine
  • 3 cloves Garlic Cloves minced or fresh
  • 2 tablespoons Plain Flour or whole wheat
  • 1.5 cups Milk whole or low-fat
  • 1 cup Chicken Broth/Stock or vegetable broth for vegetarian option
  • 1.5 cups Cheddar Cheese freshly grated
  • 1/2 cup Grated Parmesan Cheese or Pecorino Romano
For the Topping
  • 1 cup Panko Breadcrumbs or regular breadcrumbs
  • 2 tablespoons Melted Unsalted Butter can use olive oil as alternative

Equipment

  • Casserole dish
  • Mixing bowl
  • Large pot

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Creamy Broccoli Casserole
  1. Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F).
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine panko breadcrumbs with melted butter and a pinch of salt and pepper. Set aside.
  3. Melt unsalted butter over medium heat and sauté minced garlic for about 1 minute.
  4. Stir in plain flour and cook for 1 minute, then whisk in half of the milk, followed by remaining milk and chicken broth. Cook for 4-5 minutes until thick.
  5. Remove from heat and stir in cheddar and parmesan cheese. Season with salt to taste.
  6. Add tender broccoli florets to the cheese sauce, ensuring all are well-coated.
  7. Transfer the mixture to a greased casserole dish, spreading evenly.
  8. Sprinkle the breadcrumb mixture evenly over the casserole.
  9. Cover with aluminum foil and bake for 25 minutes.
  10. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 20 minutes until breadcrumbs are golden-brown.
  11. Let the casserole stand for about 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 14gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 11gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 45mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 60mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best results, use freshly grated cheese and consider steaming broccoli for more tenderness. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

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