Broccoli Mozzarella Casserole
Indulge in the creamy, cheesy goodness of this Broccoli Mozzarella Casserole, a comforting side dish that's perfect for weeknight dinners or holiday feasts. Tender broccoli florets are blanketed in a luscious, garlic-infused sauce made with cream cheese, sour cream, and a hint of paprika, creating layers of bold, savory flavor. Topped with a golden, crunchy breadcrumb crust and an irresistible combination of melted mozzarella and cheddar cheeses, this baked casserole offers the perfect blend of creamy and crispy textures. With just 15 minutes of prep time, this easy-to-make recipe is both family-friendly and crowd-pleasing. Serve it alongside roasted meats, grilled chicken, or as a standout vegetarian entrée—this dish is sure to be your new favorite way to enjoy broccoli!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams broccoli florets
- 200 grams mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 100 grams cheddar cheese, shredded
- 120 grams cream cheese, softened
- 120 grams sour cream
- 60 milliliters milk
- 15 grams butter
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 50 grams breadcrumbs
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon paprika
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F). Grease a 9x9-inch casserole dish with butter or non-stick spray.
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the broccoli florets and blanch for 3 minutes, or until they turn bright green and slightly tender. Drain and set aside.
In a saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes, until fragrant.
Reduce the heat to low and stir in the cream cheese, sour cream, and milk until smooth and fully combined. Season with salt, black pepper, and paprika.
Remove the saucepan from the heat and fold in 150 grams of the shredded mozzarella cheese and 50 grams of the shredded cheddar cheese, stirring until melted.
In the greased casserole dish, layer the broccoli evenly. Pour the cheese mixture over the broccoli, spreading it out to coat the florets completely.
In a small bowl, combine the breadcrumbs with olive oil and mix until evenly coated. Sprinkle the breadcrumbs over the casserole, followed by the remaining mozzarella and cheddar cheese.
Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the topping is golden and bubbly.
Remove from the oven and let the casserole cool for 5 minutes before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2222 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 172.3 g | 221% | |
| Saturated Fat | 102.6 g | 513% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 446 mg | 149% | |
| Sodium | 5101 mg | 222% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 90.7 g | 33% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.6 g | 52% | |
| Total Sugars | 25.4 g | ||
| Protein | 112.5 g | 225% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.5 mcg | 8% | |
| Calcium | 2781 mg | 214% | |
| Iron | 8.2 mg | 46% | |
| Potassium | 575 mg | 12% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
