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Broccoli and Cheese Casserole Recipe

American · Side Dish · 45 min total

A creamy, cheesy broccoli casserole with a crispy breadcrumb topping, perfect as a comforting side dish or a vegetarian main course.

Ingredients

• 4 cups fresh broccoli florets
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 1 cup milk
• 1/2 cup heavy cream
• 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
• 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
• 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs
• 1 tablespoon melted butter

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9x9-inch baking dish.
2. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add broccoli and blanch for 2 minutes. Drain and rinse with cold water; set aside.
3. In a medium saucepan, melt 2 tablespoons butter over medium heat. Whisk in flour and cook for 1 minute.
4. Gradually whisk in milk and cream. Cook, stirring constantly, until thickened, about 3-4 minutes.
5. Remove from heat. Stir in cheddar, mozzarella, Parmesan, salt, pepper, and garlic powder until smooth.
6. Place broccoli in the prepared baking dish. Pour cheese sauce over broccoli and stir gently to coat.
7. In a small bowl, mix panko with 1 tablespoon melted butter. Sprinkle over casserole.
8. Bake for 20-25 minutes until bubbly and topping is golden brown. Let rest 5 minutes before serving.

Tips

• For a lighter version, use 2% milk and reduce cheese to 1 cup total.
• Add cooked chicken or ham for a heartier main dish.
• Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheated in the oven.

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