Spinach Broccoli Bake
Creamy, cheesy, and loaded with vibrant veggies, this Spinach Broccoli Bake is the ultimate side dish to elevate any meal! Featuring tender broccoli florets and fresh spinach enveloped in a rich, homemade cheddar-Parmesan cheese sauce, this recipe delivers comforting goodness in every bite. A golden breadcrumb topping adds the perfect crunchy contrast, making it irresistibly satisfying. Quick to prepare with simple ingredients like milk, butter, and classic seasonings, this casserole comes together in just 45 minutes, making it a weeknight favorite or a crowd-pleasing addition to holiday spreads. Serve it alongside roasted meats, or let it shine as a vegetarian main dish. Perfect for those seeking a flavorful and nutrient-packed recipe, this Spinach Broccoli Bake is sure to become a family favorite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups Broccoli florets
- 4 cups Fresh spinach
- 3 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 3 tablespoons All-purpose flour
- 2 cups Milk (whole or 2%)
- 1.5 cups Shredded cheddar cheese
- 0.5 cups Grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Onion powder
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoons Ground black pepper
- 0.5 cups Breadcrumbs
- 1 tablespoon 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 cook for 3 minutes. Then, add the spinach to the pot and blanch for an additional 30 seconds.
Drain the broccoli and spinach and immediately transfer them to a bowl of ice water to stop the cooking process. Once cooled, drain again and set aside.
In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt the unsalted butter. Once melted, whisk in the all-purpose flour and cook for 1-2 minutes to form a roux.
Gradually whisk in the milk, ensuring there are no lumps. Continue cooking until the mixture thickens, about 3-4 minutes.
Stir in the shredded cheddar cheese, grated Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and ground black pepper until the cheese has melted and the sauce is smooth.
Add the drained broccoli and spinach to the cheese sauce and stir until well coated.
Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish, spreading it out evenly.
In a small bowl, mix the breadcrumbs with the olive oil until the crumbs are lightly coated. Sprinkle the breadcrumbs evenly over the top of the casserole.
Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and the casserole is bubbly.
Remove the baking dish from the oven and let it cool for 5 minutes before serving. Enjoy your creamy and cheesy Spinach Broccoli Bake!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1928 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 129.2 g | 166% | |
| Saturated Fat | 74.3 g | 372% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 355 mg | 118% | |
| Sodium | 5379 mg | 234% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 114.8 g | 42% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.0 g | 54% | |
| Total Sugars | 32.2 g | ||
| Protein | 101.1 g | 202% | |
| Vitamin D | 5.0 mcg | 25% | |
| Calcium | 2578 mg | 198% | |
| Iron | 11.2 mg | 62% | |
| Potassium | 828 mg | 18% | |
*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.
