Broccoli Cheese Casserole Recipe

Name: Broccoli Cheese Casserole
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: FOR THE CRUMB TOPPING:; 3 slices Bread, Pulverized In The Food Processor; 1 Tablespoon Butter; 1/4 teaspoons Sea Salt; FOR THE CASSEROLE:; 8 cups Fresh Broccoli Florets And Stems, Cut Into Bite Sized Pieces (stems And Florets Separated); 2 Tablespoons Butter; 1/2 cups Onion, Diced; 1 Tablespoon Flour; 1-1/2 cup Milk; 4 ounces, weight Fontina Cheese, Shredded; 4 ounces, weight Sharp White Cheddar, Shredded; 2 ounces, weight Parmesan Cheese, Shredded; 1/4 teaspoons Sea Salt; 1/4 teaspoons Black Pepper; 1/8 teaspoons Ground Nutmeg

Servings: persons

FOR THE CRUMB TOPPING:
3 slices Bread, Pulverized In The Food Processor
1 Tablespoon Butter
1/4 teaspoons Sea Salt
FOR THE CASSEROLE:
8 cups Fresh Broccoli Florets And Stems, Cut Into Bite Sized Pieces (stems And Florets Separated)
2 Tablespoons Butter
1/2 cups Onion, Diced
1 Tablespoon Flour
1-1/2 cup Milk
4 ounces, weight Fontina Cheese, Shredded
4 ounces, weight Sharp White Cheddar, Shredded
2 ounces, weight Parmesan Cheese, Shredded
1/4 teaspoons Sea Salt
1/4 teaspoons Black Pepper
1/8 teaspoons Ground Nutmeg

1
For the bread crumb topping:
2
Heat oven to 350u00b0F, place bread crumbs on a rimmed cookie sheet and place in the oven. Every two minutes, move the bread crumbs around, so they don't burn. Repeat until the crumbs are crispy and have lost all their moisture, about 7 minutes. Remove from oven and set aside.
3
For the casserole:
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Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Lightly spray a 2-quart casserole dish with olive oil (or other cooking spray).
5
Add the broccoli stems to the boiling water first, and cook for one minute. Then add in the florets and cook three minutes more. Drain the broccoli in a colander, then run cool water over the broccoli until it's cooled.
6
Place the broccoli on a clean towel, gather the sides until you form a ball, and squeeze as much moisture as you can out of the broccoli. Reserve to a large bowl.
7
Place 2 tablespoons of the butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add in the onions, and cook for 7 minutes, until the onions are translucent and just starting to turn golden brown. Add in the flour and whisk for one minute.
8
Slowly add in the milk, whisking constantly until all the milk is incorporated with no lumps of flour. Cook until the mixture starts to thicken slightly, about 2-4 minutes.
9
Lower the heat to low, and add in the fontina cheese, whisking until just melted. Repeat with the other two cheeses.
10
Once all of the cheeses are melted, add the salt, pepper and nutmeg, whisking well.
11
Pour the sauce into the bowl with the blanched and drained broccoli and toss to coat the broccoli. Place it in the oiled casserole dish. Set aside.
12
Now back to the breadcrumbs. Heat the butter in a pan over medium-low heat until just melted. Add the breadcrumbs and salt, and mix to coat evenly, then distribute them evenly over the broccoli cheese mixture.
13
Place casserole in the oven and bake uncovered for 30 minutes. Remove dish from oven and set it on a rack.
14
Let it rest for 5 minutes before enjoying!

569

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: FOR THE CRUMB TOPPING:, 3 slices Bread, Pulverized In The Food Processor, 1 Tablespoon Butter, 1/4 teaspoons Sea Salt, and more.

Yes, Broccoli Cheese Casserole falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Broccoli Cheese Casserole

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