Description
Broccoli Cauliflower Cheese Casserole is a delightful comfort food that everyone can enjoy!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 2 cups cauliflower florets
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup milk
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup butter
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large pot, bring water to a boil. Add the broccoli and cauliflower, and cook for 3-5 minutes until just tender. Drain and set aside.
- In a saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter. Add the flour and stir for about 1 minute.
- Slowly whisk in the milk until smooth. Continue stirring until the mixture thickens, about 5-7 minutes.
- Remove from heat and stir in the cheddar cheese, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until the cheese is melted and the sauce is smooth.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked broccoli and cauliflower. Pour the cheese sauce over the vegetables and mix well.
- Transfer the mixture to a greased baking dish.
- In a small bowl, combine the breadcrumbs and Parmesan cheese. Sprinkle evenly over the casserole.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until the top is golden brown and bubbly.
- Allow to cool slightly before serving.
Notes
- Make sure not to overcook the broccoli and cauliflower to retain a bit of crunch.
- This dish can be prepared ahead of time and baked just before serving.
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 30
- Category: Casserole
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 40mg