Cheesy Broccoli Bake Paula Deen

Indulge in comfort food at its finest with Paula Deen's Cheesy Broccoli Bake, a rich and creamy casserole recipe that's perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions. This dish combines tender, bright green broccoli florets with a luscious homemade cheese sauce made from sharp cheddar, cream cheese, and a hint of garlic and onion powders. Topped with a golden, crunchy layer of panko breadcrumbs and Parmesan, this bake delivers a delightful balance of creamy and crispy textures. Ready in just 45 minutes and baked to bubbly, golden perfection, this crowd-pleasing broccoli casserole is a delicious way to elevate your vegetable side dish game. Whether served alongside a roast or enjoyed as a main dish, this recipe is sure to become a family favorite.

Nutriscore Rating: 55/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 4 cups fresh broccoli florets
• 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 1.5 cups whole milk
• 2 cups cheddar cheese, shredded
• 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.5 cup panko breadcrumbs
• 0.25 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
• 1 tablespoon olive oil

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the broccoli florets and blanch for 2-3 minutes until bright green and slightly tender. Drain and transfer the broccoli to a greased 9x13-inch baking dish.

Step 3

In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter. Whisk in the flour to create a roux and cook for 1-2 minutes until light golden.

Step 4

Gradually add the milk to the roux, whisking constantly to prevent lumps. Cook the mixture for 3-5 minutes until thickened.

Step 5

Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the shredded cheddar cheese, cream cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper until smooth and creamy.

Step 6

Pour the cheese sauce evenly over the broccoli in the baking dish, ensuring all the florets are coated.

Step 7

In a small bowl, combine the panko breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan cheese, and olive oil. Sprinkle this mixture evenly over the cheese-covered broccoli.

Step 8

Bake the casserole in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes or until the top is golden brown and bubbling.

Step 9

Remove from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes before serving. Enjoy your cheesy broccoli bake!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1206.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2414.6

Total Fat 193.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 113.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.7g
Cholesterol 553.5mg	0%
Sodium 3769.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 91.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 11.7g	0%
Total Sugars 29.5g
Protein 99.6g	0%

Vitamin D 209.0IU	0%
Calcium 2595.3mg	0%
Iron 7.0mg	0%
Potassium 2138.4mg	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: 69.6%

Protein: 15.9%

Carbs: 14.5%