Cottage Broccoli Casserole
Creamy, cheesy, and irresistibly satisfying, this Cottage Broccoli Casserole is the ultimate comfort food for any occasion. Featuring tender, vibrant broccoli florets folded into a rich cheddar and cottage cheese sauce, this dish is topped with a golden, crispy layer of parmesan breadcrumbs for an added crunch. It's a perfectly balanced recipe that combines wholesome ingredients with indulgent flavors, making it ideal as a hearty side dish or a main course. With just 20 minutes of prep time and a total of under an hour to the table, this easy-to-make casserole is perfect for weeknight dinners, potlucks, or holiday feasts. Loaded with nutrients and bursting with cheesy goodness, this baked broccoli casserole will quickly become a family favorite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups broccoli florets
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1.5 cups milk
- 1.5 cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1 cup cottage cheese
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 0.25 cups parmesan cheese, grated
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the broccoli florets and blanch for 2-3 minutes until bright green and slightly tender. Drain and set aside.
In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Whisk in the flour and cook for 1-2 minutes to form a roux.
Gradually pour in the milk, whisking constantly to avoid lumps. Cook until the mixture thickens, about 3-4 minutes.
Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the shredded cheddar cheese, cottage cheese, salt, and black pepper until smooth and creamy.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the blanched broccoli with the cheese sauce. Mix well to coat the broccoli evenly.
Transfer the broccoli and cheese mixture into the prepared baking dish and spread it out evenly.
In a small bowl, mix together the breadcrumbs, grated parmesan cheese, and olive oil until the crumbs are evenly coated.
Sprinkle the breadcrumb mixture evenly over the top of the casserole.
Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and the casserole is bubbling around the edges.
Remove from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes before serving. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2135 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 131.2 g | 168% | |
| Saturated Fat | 66.3 g | 332% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 316 mg | 106% | |
| Sodium | 5034 mg | 219% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 155.4 g | 57% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 13.0 g | 46% | |
| Total Sugars | 48.1 g | ||
| Protein | 107.6 g | 215% | |
| Vitamin D | 5.2 mcg | 26% | |
| Calcium | 2223 mg | 171% | |
| Iron | 10.3 mg | 57% | |
| Potassium | 915 mg | 19% | |
*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.
