Broccoli and Potato Bake

Broccoli and Potato Bake is a comforting, oven-baked casserole that combines tender broccoli florets with sliced or cubed potatoes, all enveloped in a creamy cheese sauce. This hearty dish, popular in home cooking across Western countries, especially the UK and US, often features ingredients like cheddar cheese, milk, butter, and sometimes onions or garlic for extra flavor.

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🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This dish is typically high in carbohydrates from the potatoes and moderate in fat due to the cheese and creamy sauce, while providing a good amount of protein from the dairy. It's a source of vitamin C, potassium, and fiber from the broccoli, with a rough calorie estimate of around 300-400 per serving, depending on portion size and recipe variations.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	220 kcal
Protein	6 g
Carbs	28 g
Fat	10 g
Fiber	4 g
Sugar	4 g
Sodium	350 mg
Potassium	450 mg
Vitamin C	45 mg
Vitamin A	120 mcg RAE
Calcium	150 mg
Iron	1.5 mg
Vitamin K	70 mcg
Folate	60 mcg
Vitamin B6	0.3 mg

Per 1 cup (240 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Culturally, the Broccoli and Potato Bake reflects a tradition of simple, economical comfort foods that transform basic vegetables into a satisfying meal, often served as a side dish or a vegetarian main. Nutritionally, it's interesting because it balances starchy energy with the antioxidants and fiber of broccoli, making it a more wholesome alternative to plain potato dishes.