Description
A creamy, cheesy classic! The Best Broccoli Cheese Casserole is perfect for weeknights or holidays.
Ingredients
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- 1/2 cup butter
- 1/2 cup chopped onion
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 3 cups milk
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 8 ounces cheddar cheese, shredded
- 2 (10 ounce) packages frozen broccoli florets, thawed and chopped
- 1 cup bread crumbs
- 1/4 cup melted butter
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- In a large saucepan, melt 1/2 cup butter over medium heat. Sauté onion until softened.
- Stir in flour until smooth. Gradually whisk in milk until smooth. Bring to a simmer, stirring constantly. Cook until thickened, about 5 minutes.
- Remove from heat and stir in salt, pepper, and cheddar cheese until cheese is melted.
- Gently fold in the chopped broccoli.
- Pour mixture into a greased 9×13 inch baking dish.
- In a small bowl, combine bread crumbs and 1/4 cup melted butter. Sprinkle over the broccoli mixture.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown and bubbly.
Notes
- Cheese Options: Gruyere or Monterey Jack are great alternatives.
- Make Ahead: Assemble and refrigerate up to 24 hours before baking.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 500 mg
- Fat: 25 g
- Saturated Fat: 15 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 15 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 12 g
- Cholesterol: 75 mg
Keywords: broccoli cheese casserole, casserole, side dish, cheesy, vegetarian, easy recipe
