Posted by What makes this delicious broccoli casserole recipe so good is that there are no special ingredients. Everything can be picked up at the grocery store. It is perfect for vegetarians, on its own, as a side to meat dishes and meal prep.
Duration :
Servings : 4 servings
Calories : 375kcal
Ingredients
- 1 pound broccoli cut into florets
- 4 ounces cream cheese
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 2 cloves garlic crushed
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon pepper ground
- 4 ounces cheddar cheese shredded
Instructions
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Preheat your oven to 200C/390F.
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Steam or boil the broccoli just enough so that it is still crunchy on the inside. Drain well and place into a large mixing bowl. Ensure you drain the broccoli well, removing as much water as possible.1 pound broccoli
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Place the garlic, butter, salt, pepper, cream cheese, and heavy cream in a small saucepan. Cook on medium heat for 7-10 minutes while stirring until the cream cheese has melted.4 ounces cream cheese,1/2 cup heavy cream,1 tablespoon butter,2 cloves garlic,1/2 teaspoon salt,1/2 teaspoon pepper
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Add the sauce into the broccoli, along with 2 ounces of the cheddar cheese and gently mix then pour the mixture into a casserole dish and top with the remaining cheddar cheese.4 ounces cheddar cheese
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Bake in the oven for 20-30 minutes until the cheese is melted and browned. Serve immediately.
Notes
VARIATIONS:
- If you like adding meat to your casseroles, try diced bacon, shredded chicken, or ground beef. Be sure to cook all meat first.
- Try adding 1/2 sour cream 1/2 heavy cream if you like a slightly bitter cream
- Combine mozzarella with the cheddar for a stretchy consistency, or add a little parmesan for more bite.
STORE: Keep in the fridge for up to 4 days or freeze for up to 3 months.
Nutrition
Serving: 200g | Calories: 375kcal | Carbohydrates: 7g | Protein: 12g | Fat: 33g | Saturated Fat: 20g | Cholesterol: 109mg | Sodium: 631mg | Potassium: 447mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 1895IU | Vitamin C: 101.6mg | Calcium: 308mg | Iron: 1.1mg
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