Broccoli and Cheese Casserole

A new spin on a classic Broccoli and Cheese Casserole that’s easily made with broccoli florets and a cheesy sauce.  It is baked until the cheese is melted and the top is golden brown.  A wonderful side dish to serve family and guests, and they will keep coming back for more!

Broccoli and Cheese Casserole

A delicious recipe, this broccoli and cheese casserole is a winner!  Take our word for it. It is a simple recipe that is easy to put together, and into the oven it goes!

We love broccoli, no question about it. We have a few of our faves, like our Best Broccoli Salad, and our Roasted Broccoli and Cauliflower with Wine & Cheese, just to name a few.

But this broccoli and cheese casserole is amazing and positively delicious, and one your family and friends will ask for seconds!

Besides, it not only makes a perfect side dish to serve any day of the week, but it’s a great way to get more broccoli into your meals.

With a few simple ingredients, you can easily turn plain broccoli into this flavorful casserole!

Tell Us About This Broccoli and Cheese Casserole

This recipe for Broccoli and Cheese Casserole is very easy to put together and bake. And, it always turns out Delicious …every time!

There are 3 easy steps to making this casserole.

1. First Step: Cook the frozen broccoli florets.

2. Second Step: The cheese sauce is easily made with 5 ingredients and blended with tender broccoli. Then it is transferred to a casserole dish and topped with a thin layer of bread crumbs and grated Parmesan cheese.

3. Final Step: Bake for 25 minutes, remove, and it’s ready to serve.

There’s no need for any additional ingredients.  Plus, no condensed or creamed soups are needed for this recipe.

The decadent cheese flavors come from two kinds of cheeses, offering a creamy texture while flavoring the broccoli.

It’s so good, everyone will ask you for this recipe.

Ingredients Needed for Broccoli and Cheese Casserole:

For our broccoli and cheese casserole recipe, you will need the following ingredients:

• 2 Tbsp. butter
• 2 Tbsp. all-purpose flour
• 1 (4 ounces) cream cheese, softened
• 1/4 cup crumbled bleu cheese
• 1+ 1/4 cups milk
• 3 (10-ounce) packages of frozen broccoli florets – steamed, drained
• 1/4 tsp. salt
• 2 tsp. plain bread crumbs (or 1/4 cup crumbled saltine crackers)
• 2 tsp. grated Parmesan cheese
• olive oil, cooking spray

 

How To Make Broccoli and Cheese Casserole? 

If this is your first time making this casserole, no worries, it is very easy. First, gather all your ingredients. Don’t forget our full recipe card is located at the bottom. But first, let’s go over the steps so you can understand what’s involved before you start.

1.  Preheat the oven to 350 degrees.  Lightly spray a 2.5 or 3-quart baking dish with cooking oil. Set aside.

2.  In a large saucepot with 2 inches of water, add 3 packages of frozen broccoli florets and salt. Cover and bring water to a boil, and boil for 2 minutes. Turn off the heat and drain the broccoli. Return broccoli to the pot and cover, allowing broccoli to steam for a few minutes.

3.  In the meantime, in a small saucepan, whisk together butter and flour, then add in the milk, cream cheese, and blue cheese on low heat.  Stir mixture until mixture comes to a low boil and the cheeses have completely melted. Turn off the heat.

4.  Pour into the broccoli and mix until well combined.

5.  Transfer the broccoli and cheese mixture into a 2.5 or 3-quart casserole baking dish and top with a light layer of plain bread crumbs and then with grated Parmesan cheese.

6.  Bake in the oven for 20 to 25 minutes, or until the top turns golden and the sides are bubbly.  Remove and allow to sit for 5 minutes before serving.

Serves 6 to 8

Options to Serve it With…

You can serve this broccoli and cheese casserole with your favorite main dishes. Here are a few ideas and options for you to choose from:

• Parmesan-crusted chicken cutlets
• Roasted boneless turkey breast
• 2 easy steps for best spiral grazed ham
• Perfect filet mignon roast
• Add some cheesy mini biscuits Jim n Nick’s copycat, along with a green salad to complete the meal.

 

 A Delicious Side Dish

A delicious side dish for the whole family to love. Best of all, everyone thoroughly enjoyed this casserole.  Many thanks to my dear friend, Dorothy! Try this recipe, it won’t disappoint.

ENJOY!

 

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More Recipes for Broccoli:

• Best Broccoli Salad (keto)
• Creamy Broccoli Parmesan Soup
• Quick & Easy Soup with Broccoli
• Creamy Broccoli Soup – without cream!
• Fast & Easy Broccoli Fritters
• Easy Broccoli and Cheese Quiche
• Broccoli and Cheese Patties
• Pasta Cooked with Broccoli in 15 minutes!

Additional Tasty Casserole Recipes:

• Healthy Italian Butternut Sweet Potato Casserole
• Mom’s Best Potato Pie
• Creamy Potato and Zucchini Au Gratin – Italian Style!
• Baked Peas and Artichokes Hearts

Nutrition Facts: Protein: 4.3g Vitamin D: 2mcg, Calcium: 91mg, Potassium: 257mg..

Happy Cooking!  😉

Thanks for stopping by!

Anna and Liz