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Broccoli Cheese Casserole

Creamy Broccoli Cheese Casserole: A Heartwarming Comfort Food

This Broccoli Cheese Casserole is a comforting dish that combines creamy cheese with broccoli and a crispy panko topping, perfect for any gathering.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Casserole
  • 4 cups broccoli florets fresh or frozen
  • 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1 cup leeks chopped
  • 1 cup shallots chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1/2 cup dry white wine or broth and vinegar
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour or gluten-free flour
  • 2 cups whole milk or unsweetened cashew milk
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper to taste
  • 2 cups sharp white cheddar cheese or Monterey Jack
For the Topping
  • 1 cup panko breadcrumbs for crispiness

Equipment

  • Baking pan
  • Skillet
  • steamer basket
  • Microwave

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Steam broccoli florets in the microwave with water for 5 minutes or on the stovetop using a steamer basket.
  2. Preheat oven to 425°F and grease an 11x7 inch baking dish.
  3. Sauté leeks and shallots in olive oil over medium-high heat for 8 to 10 minutes. Add minced garlic and sauté for another 1 to 2 minutes.
  4. Add dry white wine and cook for 2 to 3 minutes. Stir in all-purpose flour and cook for 1 to 2 minutes. Gradually whisk in whole milk and let mixture simmer for 4 to 5 minutes.
  5. Stir in sharp white cheddar cheese until melted, then fold in steamed broccoli florets.
  6. Mix remaining olive oil with panko breadcrumbs and sprinkle over the casserole.
  7. Bake uncovered for 20 minutes until the topping is golden brown and crispy.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 12gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 4gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 100mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best results, prepare the broccoli ahead of time and add breadcrumbs just before baking to retain crispiness.

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