Cheddar Broccoli Corn Bake

Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this Cheddar Broccoli Corn Bake, a dish that combines wholesome veggies with rich, cheesy goodness for a crowd-pleasing casserole. Featuring tender-crisp broccoli, sweet corn kernels, and a creamy, house-made cheddar cheese sauce, this bake is perfectly seasoned with hints of garlic and onion powder. Topped with a golden, crispy layer of panko breadcrumbs and extra cheddar, it’s baked to bubbly perfection in just 35 minutes. Easy to prepare and kid-friendly, this casserole is ideal as a side dish for family dinners or holiday gatherings. Plus, it’s a great way to sneak extra veggies into your meal. Serve it warm and watch it disappear from the plate!

Nutriscore Rating: 66/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 3 cups Broccoli florets
• 2 cups Corn kernels (fresh, canned, or frozen)
• 2 cups Sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
• 2 tablespoons All-purpose flour
• 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
• 1.5 cups Milk
• 2 large Eggs
• 0.5 cup Panko breadcrumbs
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon Onion powder
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil (for greasing the baking dish)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with olive oil.

Step 2

Blanch the broccoli florets by boiling them in lightly salted water for 2-3 minutes until they are bright green and tender-crisp. Drain and set aside.

Step 3

In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Whisk in the flour and cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring continuously, to create a roux.

Step 4

Gradually whisk in the milk, ensuring there are no lumps. Continue cooking and stirring until the mixture thickens, about 3-5 minutes.

Step 5

Stir in 1 3/4 cups of shredded cheddar cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix until the cheese has melted and the sauce is smooth. Remove from heat.

Step 6

In a large mixing bowl, combine the blanched broccoli, corn kernels, and the cheese sauce. Mix well to evenly coat the vegetables.

Step 7

In a small bowl, beat the eggs and then fold them into the broccoli and corn mixture until fully incorporated.

Step 8

Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish and spread it out evenly.

Step 9

In another small bowl, mix the panko breadcrumbs with the remaining 1/4 cup of shredded cheddar cheese. Sprinkle this mixture evenly over the top of the casserole.

Step 10

Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the casserole is bubbling.

Step 11

Remove from the oven and let it cool for 5 minutes before serving. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1457.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2116.5

Total Fat 132.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 72.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.3g
Cholesterol 706.9mg	0%
Sodium 4401.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 151.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 19.6g	0%
Total Sugars 48.4g
Protein 109.4g	0%

Vitamin D 291.0IU	0%
Calcium 2286.0mg	0%
Iron 10.1mg	0%
Potassium 2114.1mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 53.4%

Protein: 19.6%

Carbs: 27.1%