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Cheesy Broccoli Cauliflower Casserole

Cheesy Broccoli Cauliflower Casserole: Easy Comfort Food Delight

This Cheesy Broccoli Cauliflower Casserole is a delightful blend of creamy cheeses and fresh vegetables, perfect for a comforting meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Course Main Dish
Cuisine American
Servings 6 servings
Calories 350 kcal

Equipment

  • large pot
  • steamer basket
  • Medium saucepan
  • baking dish
  • mixing bowl

Ingredients
  

  • 4 cups broccoli florets fresh is best
  • 4 cups cauliflower florets fresh is best
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 0.5 cups onion chopped or minced
  • 3 cloves garlic minced or pressed
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour or sub with gluten-free all purpose flour or almond flour
  • 2 cups half and half sub with heavy cream, whole milk or other % or plant-based milk
  • 1 cup Swiss cheese shredded
  • 1 cup white cheddar shredded
  • 0.5 cups Parmesan cheese plus 2 tablespoons freshly grated, divided
  • 0.25 teaspoon ground nutmeg try fresh ground, so good
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons butter melted
  • 0.5 cups panko bread crumbs or gluten-free panko

Instructions
 

  • Preheat the oven to 375° F (190° C). Lightly coat an 8×8, 9×9 or gratin baking dish with oil or butter.
  • Add 1-2 inches of water into a large pot fitted with a steamer basket. Bring the water to a boil. Carefully add the broccoli and cauliflower, cover, and simmer until just crisp tender, about 5 minutes. Remove the basket from the pot and allow it to drain.
  • Heat a medium saucepan or skillet to medium heat. Add the olive oil, allow it to warm a bit, and then add the onion and saute until translucent, about 5 minutes. Add the garlic and stir until fragrant, 30 seconds.
  • Add the flour (or alternative) and stir constantly, until the mixture turns golden and thick.
  • Slowly add the half and half, about ½ cup at a time, stirring constantly, adding more as it thickens.
  • Once the sauce has thickened, lower the heat, and add the cheeses in small batches and stir until melted.
  • Add the nutmeg and stir to combine. Add salt and pepper to taste. I used ½ teaspoon of each.
  • Add the steamed broccoli and cauliflower to the sauce and stir to coat. Then pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish.
  • Combine the melted butter, breadcrumbs and 2 tablespoons of parmesan cheese in a small bowl. Sprinkle over the top of the casserole.
  • Bake for 25 minutes until bubbly and top is slightly golden, serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 12gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 12gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 55mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 450mgFiber: 4gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 90mgCalcium: 400mgIron: 1mg
Keyword Broccoli Recipe, cauliflower recipe, Cheesy Broccoli Cauliflower Casserole, cheesy casserole, comfort food, vegetable casserole
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