Easy Broccoli and or Cauliflower Bake
Creamy, cheesy, and irresistibly comforting, this Easy Broccoli and Cauliflower Bake is the ultimate vegetable side dish that’s bound to steal the spotlight at your dinner table. With tender florets of broccoli and cauliflower smothered in a rich homemade cheddar and Parmesan cheese sauce, this dish boasts layers of flavor and texture. Topped with golden, crispy breadcrumbs infused with a hint of garlic and olive oil, every bite is a perfect blend of creamy and crunchy. Ready in just 40 minutes, this bake is simple to prepare and versatile enough to complement any main course or stand alone as a vegetarian main. Whether for a family dinner or holiday gathering, this easy vegetable casserole is a crowd-pleasing favorite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 cups Broccoli florets
- 3 cups Cauliflower florets
- 2 tablespoons Butter
- 2 tablespoons All-purpose flour
- 1.5 cups Milk
- 1.5 cups Cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.5 teaspoons Black pepper
- 0.75 cup Breadcrumbs
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish or a casserole dish and set aside.
Steam or blanch the broccoli and cauliflower florets for 4-5 minutes until just tender. Drain well and set aside.
In a saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter. Add the flour and whisk continuously for 1-2 minutes to create a roux.
Gradually pour in the milk, whisking constantly to ensure there are no lumps. Cook for 3-4 minutes, or until the mixture thickens into a smooth sauce.
Stir in the shredded cheddar cheese, grated Parmesan, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Continue stirring until the cheese has melted and the sauce is smooth.
Combine the steamed broccoli and cauliflower in the prepared baking dish. Pour the cheese sauce evenly over the vegetables, ensuring they are well coated.
In a small bowl, mix the breadcrumbs with the olive oil until evenly coated. Sprinkle the breadcrumb mixture over the top of the cheese-covered vegetables.
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and bubbly.
Remove from the oven and let it cool for 5 minutes before serving. Enjoy this comforting vegetable bake on its own or as a hearty side dish!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2018 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 127.6 g | 164% | |
| Saturated Fat | 72.5 g | 362% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 359 mg | 120% | |
| Sodium | 5355 mg | 233% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 126.8 g | 46% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 16.5 g | 59% | |
| Total Sugars | 33.0 g | ||
| Protein | 115.1 g | 230% | |
| Vitamin D | 5.0 mcg | 25% | |
| Calcium | 2789 mg | 215% | |
| Iron | 9.7 mg | 54% | |
| Potassium | 1748 mg | 37% | |
*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.
