Description
A delicious low-carb option that the whole family will love, featuring creamy and cheesy broccoli.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/2 cup cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup cooked bacon bits (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large pot, bring a small amount of water to a boil. Add the broccoli florets and blanch for about 3 minutes until bright green. Drain and set aside.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the heavy cream, shredded cheddar cheese, grated Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Mix until well blended.
- Add the softened cream cheese to the mixture and stir until fully combined and smooth.
- Fold in the blanched broccoli and cooked bacon bits (if using) until evenly coated with the cheese mixture.
- Transfer the mixture to a greased baking dish, spreading it out evenly.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until the casserole is bubbly and the top is golden brown.
- Remove from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
- This dish is perfect for meal prep or a weeknight dinner.
- Adjust seasonings to your preference.
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 30
- Category: Casserole
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 60mg