Description
Make this rich and creamy broccoli cauliflower casserole featuring a homemade cheddar cheese sauce and a crisp topping. It is a simple side dish perfect for weeknights or holiday meals.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups fresh broccoli florets
- 2 cups fresh cauliflower florets
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 4 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 2 cups whole milk, warmed
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1/2 cup Panko breadcrumbs
- 1 tablespoon melted butter
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit. Lightly grease an 8×8 inch baking dish.
- Steam the broccoli and cauliflower florets until they are tender-crisp, about 5 to 7 minutes. Drain them well and set them aside.
- Make the cheese sauce: In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt 4 tablespoons of butter. Whisk in the flour and cook for one minute, stirring constantly.
- Gradually whisk in the warm milk until the mixture thickens, about 3 to 5 minutes. Remove the pan from the heat.
- Stir in the Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper. Add the shredded cheddar cheese, stirring until the cheese melts completely and the sauce is smooth.
- Gently fold the steamed vegetables into the cheese sauce until they are fully coated. Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish.
- Prepare the topping: In a small bowl, combine the Panko breadcrumbs, 1 tablespoon of melted butter, and garlic powder. Sprinkle this mixture evenly over the casserole.
- Bake for 20 to 25 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and the casserole is bubbly. Let it rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
- For a low-carb option, substitute the Panko breadcrumbs with crushed pork rinds or almond flour for the topping.
- You can prepare the sauce and steam the vegetables a day ahead. Store them separately in the refrigerator and assemble before baking.
- If you prefer a softer vegetable texture, steam the broccoli and cauliflower for an extra 2 minutes.
- Prep Time: 15 min
- Cook Time: 25 min
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 4
- Sodium: 450
- Fat: 22
- Saturated Fat: 13
- Unsaturated Fat: 9
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 18
- Fiber: 4
- Protein: 14
- Cholesterol: 65