Gluten-Free Broccoli and Cheese Casserole
The Gluten-Free Broccoli and Cheese Casserole is a creamy, comforting dish packed with vibrant broccoli and rich, cheesy goodness that's perfect for family dinners or holiday feasts. Boasting a velvety homemade cheese sauce made with cream cheese and shredded cheddar, this recipe turns a classic casserole into a gluten-free delight. Tender broccoli florets are coated in the flavorful sauce and topped with a crispy layer of gluten-free breadcrumbs, creating a satisfying medley of textures in every bite. With a quick prep time of 15 minutes and a beautifully golden finish after baking, this gluten-free casserole is both easy-to-make and irresistibly indulgent. Ideal for anyone seeking a crowd-pleasing dish that’s gluten-friendly, cheesy comfort food doesn’t get much better than this!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 cups broccoli florets
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 cup onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 tablespoons gluten-free all-purpose flour
- 2 cups milk
- 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup gluten-free breadcrumbs
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13 inch casserole dish.
Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add the broccoli florets and cook for 3-4 minutes until they are bright green and just tender. Drain and transfer to the prepared casserole dish.
In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and garlic, sautéing until the onion is soft and translucent, about 5 minutes.
Stir in the gluten-free flour, cooking for an additional 1 minute to form a roux.
Gradually whisk in the milk, cooking and stirring until the sauce thickens slightly, about 3-4 minutes.
Add the cream cheese to the sauce, stirring until smooth. Then, mix in 1.5 cups of the shredded cheddar cheese, stirring until fully melted and combined.
Season the cheese sauce with salt and black pepper, adjusting to taste.
Pour the cheese sauce over the broccoli in the casserole dish, stirring to coat evenly.
In a small bowl, mix together the gluten-free breadcrumbs and olive oil. Sprinkle the remaining 0.5 cup of shredded cheddar cheese over the casserole, followed by the breadcrumb mixture.
Bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and the casserole is bubbling.
Allow the casserole to cool for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3184 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 187.2 g | 240% | |
| Saturated Fat | 96.8 g | 484% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 474 mg | 158% | |
| Sodium | 6304 mg | 274% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 281.0 g | 102% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 25.5 g | 91% | |
| Total Sugars | 50.9 g | ||
| Protein | 118.8 g | 238% | |
| Vitamin D | 5.4 mcg | 27% | |
| Calcium | 2825 mg | 217% | |
| Iron | 10.2 mg | 57% | |
| Potassium | 1371 mg | 29% | |
*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.
