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Cheesy Broccoli Au Gratin Casserole
Easy Broccoli au Gratin Casserole recipe that is perfect for family gatherings.
Prep Time 8 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 38 minutes
Servings 10
Calories 264 kcal
Ingredients
- 2 quarts broccoli florets
- 1/4 cup water
- 1/4 cup butter or spread
- 1 clove garlic minced
- 2 cups 2% milk
- 1/4 cup all purpose flour
- 1 tsp chicken or vegetable base preferably msg free
- 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar
Topping
- 1/2 cup panko crumbs
- 2 tbs. butter or spread
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 375 degrees.
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Place the florets in a glass or ceramic bowl, add the 1/4 cup of water, cover with plastic wrap and steam in the microwave for 5 minutes, then drain the broccoli, and arrange in a 2 qt casserole dish (I usually use an 8x8).
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Prepare the topping for the casserole, by mixing half of the butter/spread into the Panko crumbs.
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While the broccoli is steaming, melt the remaining butter in saucepan over med-high heat. Once melted add garlic & stir.
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After the garlic is cooked through and soft (only takes about a minute), add milk, flour and base. Whisk well, and continue to whisk frequently. Cooking until the sauce readily coats the back of a spoon (see image).
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Remove the sauce from burner, then add 1/2 the cheese. Stir until cheese is melted, then pour over the broccoli evenly.
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Sprinkle the remaining cheese over the casserole, then evenly cover with topping.
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Bake for 20-24 minutes, until crumbs are golden brown.
Nutrition Facts
Cheesy Broccoli Au Gratin Casserole
Amount Per Serving
Calories 264
Calories from Fat 144
% Daily Value*
Fat 16g25%
Saturated Fat 9g56%
Cholesterol 45mg15%
Sodium 355mg15%
Potassium 692mg20%
Carbohydrates 19g6%
Fiber 5g21%
Sugar 5g6%
Protein 13g26%
Vitamin A 1665IU33%
Vitamin C 169mg205%
Calcium 315mg32%
Iron 1.8mg10%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.