Swiss Cheese Broccoli
Indulge in the creamy, cheesy delight of Swiss Cheese Broccoli—a comforting yet elegant side dish that’s perfect for weeknight dinners or holiday feasts. Tender broccoli florets are gently cooked until vibrant and then smothered in a rich homemade Swiss cheese sauce, infused with a hint of ground mustard for a subtle tang. Topped with golden, crispy breadcrumbs, this baked casserole boasts a perfect balance of texture and flavor. Ready in just 30 minutes, this recipe combines wholesome ingredients like fresh broccoli, milk, and real Swiss cheese to create a dish that’s both nutritious and satisfying. Serve this crowd-pleaser alongside your favorite protein or as a standout vegetarian main course, and watch it disappear from the table! Keywords: Swiss Cheese Broccoli, cheesy broccoli casserole, baked broccoli recipe, creamy broccoli side dish.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups broccoli florets
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1.5 cups milk
- 0.5 teaspoons ground mustard
- 1.5 cups Swiss cheese, shredded
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
- 0.5 cups breadcrumbs
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a baking dish and set aside.
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the broccoli florets and cook for 2-3 minutes, just until bright green and slightly tender. Drain and set aside.
In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter. Once melted, whisk in the flour and cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly, to create a roux.
Slowly pour in the milk while whisking constantly to prevent lumps. Cook the mixture for 3-4 minutes, or until it thickens.
Stir in the ground mustard, shredded Swiss cheese, salt, and black pepper. Continue stirring until the cheese is fully melted and the sauce is smooth.
Transfer the cooked broccoli to the prepared baking dish. Pour the Swiss cheese sauce evenly over the broccoli, ensuring all pieces are coated.
In a small bowl, mix the breadcrumbs with olive oil. Sprinkle the breadcrumb mixture evenly over the cheese-covered broccoli.
Bake in the preheated oven for 15 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the cheese sauce is bubbly.
Remove from the oven, let it cool for 5 minutes, and serve warm.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1535 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 101.9 g | 131% | |
| Saturated Fat | 50.1 g | 250% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 249 mg | 83% | |
| Sodium | 2782 mg | 121% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 94.0 g | 34% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.2 g | 40% | |
| Total Sugars | 26.1 g | ||
| Protein | 82.4 g | 165% | |
| Vitamin D | 5.0 mcg | 25% | |
| Calcium | 2166 mg | 167% | |
| Iron | 7.1 mg | 39% | |
| Potassium | 722 mg | 15% | |
*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.
