Description
A comforting and cheesy Broccoli Cheese Casserole that is perfect for a family dinner or holiday gathering. This easy-to-make dish combines tender broccoli with a creamy, flavorful cheese mixture, baked to golden perfection.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients:
- 1 1/2 pounds broccoli florets
Cheese Mixture:
- 8 ounces cream cheese, room temperature, cut in cubes
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
Seasonings:
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Italian Seasoning
- Salt to taste
- 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, or to taste
- Crushed red pepper flakes for garnish, optional
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350˚F. Grease a 2.5 to 3 quart baking dish with butter and set aside.
- In a large skillet, bring 1/2 inch of salted water to a boil. Add the broccoli; cover and cook over high heat until crisp-tender, about 3 to 4 minutes.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the cream cheese, sour cream, cheddar cheese, parmesan cheese, garlic, Italian Seasoning, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.
- Layer the broccoli in the prepared baking dish, then pour the cheese mixture over the broccoli, spreading it evenly.
- Bake in the preheated oven for about 20 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
- Remove from the oven and let it rest for about 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
- You can add cooked, diced chicken or crispy bacon for extra protein and flavor.
- Adjust the seasonings to suit your taste preferences.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
