Swiss Almond Floret Bake Taste of Home
Elevate your side dish game with this Swiss Almond Floret Bake, a creamy and crispy casserole that's both comforting and elegant. Packed with tender blanched broccoli and cauliflower florets, this dish is smothered in a rich, velvety Swiss cheese sauce made from scratch, then topped with a golden breadcrumb and slivered almond crust for the perfect contrast in texture. Ready in under an hour and baked to bubbly perfection, this recipe combines cheesy indulgence with the nutty crunch of almonds, making it an irresistible addition to your family dinner, holiday table, or potluck spread. Simple ingredients, layered flavors, and a stunning presentation make this casserole a guaranteed crowd-pleaser!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 cups broccoli florets
- 3 cups cauliflower florets
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 2 cups milk
- 1.5 cups Swiss cheese, shredded
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
- 0.5 cups slivered almonds
- 0.5 cups panko breadcrumbs
- 0.25 cups Parmesan cheese, grated
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish and set aside.
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the broccoli and cauliflower florets, and blanch them for 3 minutes. Drain and immediately rinse under cold water to stop the cooking process. Set aside.
In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Whisk in the flour and cook for about 1 minute to form a roux.
Gradually pour in the milk, whisking constantly, and cook until the mixture thickens, about 3-4 minutes.
Stir in the Swiss cheese, salt, and black pepper, and whisk until the cheese has melted and the sauce is smooth.
Place the blanched broccoli and cauliflower into the prepared baking dish. Pour the cheese sauce evenly over the vegetables, ensuring they are well coated.
In a small bowl, mix together the slivered almonds, panko breadcrumbs, and grated Parmesan cheese.
Sprinkle the almond-breadcrumb mixture evenly over the top of the casserole.
Bake the casserole in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and the cheese is bubbling.
Remove from the oven and let rest for 5 minutes before serving. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2014 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 139.8 g | 179% | |
| Saturated Fat | 61.8 g | 309% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 313 mg | 104% | |
| Sodium | 2636 mg | 115% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 110.0 g | 40% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 21.8 g | 78% | |
| Total Sugars | 37.6 g | ||
| Protein | 108.6 g | 217% | |
| Vitamin D | 6.4 mcg | 32% | |
| Calcium | 2695 mg | 207% | |
| Iron | 9.2 mg | 51% | |
| Potassium | 2383 mg | 51% | |
*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.
