Creamed Baked Broccoli
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this irresistible Creamed Baked Broccoli recipe! Perfectly blanched broccoli florets are enveloped in a luxuriously creamy cheese sauce made with Parmesan and cheddar, then topped with golden, buttery panko breadcrumbs for a satisfying crunch. Baked to bubbling perfection, this dish combines the rich flavors of garlic, nutmeg, and black pepper for a cozy, flavorful side that pairs beautifully with any main course. Ready in just 40 minutes, this easy-to-follow recipe transforms simple ingredients into an elegant, crowd-pleasing casserole. Perfect for holiday feasts or weeknight dinners, this creamy broccoli bake will earn a permanent spot in your recipe repertoire!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups broccoli florets
- 4 tablespoons butter
- 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 2 cups whole milk
- 0.5 cups heavy cream
- 1 teaspoons garlic powder
- 0.25 teaspoons ground nutmeg
- 1 teaspoons salt
- 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
- 0.5 cups grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 0.5 cups panko breadcrumbs
- 1 tablespoons olive oil
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish and set it aside.
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Blanch the broccoli florets for 3–4 minutes until bright green and slightly tender. Drain and set aside.
In a medium saucepan, melt 3 tablespoons of butter over medium heat. Once melted, whisk in the flour and cook for 1–2 minutes until the mixture is golden and bubbly.
Gradually whisk in the milk and heavy cream, ensuring there are no lumps. Continue cooking and whisking until the sauce thickens, about 3–4 minutes.
Stir in garlic powder, nutmeg, salt, pepper, Parmesan cheese, and cheddar cheese until melted and fully incorporated into the sauce.
Place the blanched broccoli florets into the prepared baking dish. Pour the cheese sauce evenly over the broccoli, making sure it’s fully coated.
In a small bowl, combine the panko breadcrumbs with 1 tablespoon of melted butter and olive oil. Stir until the breadcrumbs are evenly coated.
Sprinkle the buttery breadcrumbs over the top of the broccoli and cheese mixture in the baking dish.
Bake in the preheated oven for 20–25 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and bubbling.
Remove from the oven and let it cool for 5 minutes before serving. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2127 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 165.3 g | 212% | |
| Saturated Fat | 93.0 g | 465% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 471 mg | 157% | |
| Sodium | 4563 mg | 198% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 83.9 g | 31% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.9 g | 39% | |
| Total Sugars | 30.0 g | ||
| Protein | 80.1 g | 160% | |
| Vitamin D | 5.6 mcg | 28% | |
| Calcium | 2054 mg | 158% | |
| Iron | 5.8 mg | 32% | |
| Potassium | 811 mg | 17% | |
*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.
