Name: Cheesy Broccoli Casserole
Prep time: 00:15:00
Cook time: 00:30:00
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 6 servings
Ingredients: 6 cups broccoli florets; 4 ounces cream cheese; 1/4 teaspoon black pepper; 3 tablespoons butter; 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder; 3/4 cup panko breadcrumbs; 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour; 1/2 teaspoon onion powder; 1 1/2 cups milk; 1/4 teaspoon mustard powder; 2 cups cheddar cheese; 1/2 teaspoon salt

Cheesy Broccoli Casserole

CheeseSide DishVegetarianBakedFamily DinnerBroccoli

This Cheesy Broccoli Casserole transforms simple ingredients into a comforting, crowd-pleasing dish that's perfect for family dinners or potlucks. The combination of tender broccoli florets smothered in a creamy cheese sauce and topped with a crispy breadcrumb layer creates a satisfying side dish that even vegetable-skeptics will enjoy.

Prep Time

15 min

Cook Time

30 min

Serves

6 servings

Difficulty

easy

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Ingredients

Techniques: blanching, making a roux, creating a cheese sauce

Equipment

Large Pot

Small Saucepan

Whisk

Mixing Bowls

Colander

This easy Cheesy Broccoli Casserole comes together in just a few simple steps. We'll blanch the broccoli first to ensure it's perfectly tender, then create a velvety cheese sauce before baking everything to golden perfection.

This casserole can be assembled up to 24 hours in advance and refrigerated before baking. Just add 5-10 minutes to the baking time if cooking from cold. Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheated in a 350°F oven until warmed through.

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