Cottage Broccoli Casserole

Creamy, cheesy, and irresistibly satisfying, this Cottage Broccoli Casserole is the ultimate comfort food for any occasion. Featuring tender, vibrant broccoli florets folded into a rich cheddar and cottage cheese sauce, this dish is topped with a golden, crispy layer of parmesan breadcrumbs for an added crunch. It's a perfectly balanced recipe that combines wholesome ingredients with indulgent flavors, making it ideal as a hearty side dish or a main course. With just 20 minutes of prep time and a total of under an hour to the table, this easy-to-make casserole is perfect for weeknight dinners, potlucks, or holiday feasts. Loaded with nutrients and bursting with cheesy goodness, this baked broccoli casserole will quickly become a family favorite.

Nutriscore Rating: 62/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 4 cups broccoli florets
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 1.5 cups milk
• 1.5 cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
• 1 cup cottage cheese
• 0.5 teaspoons salt
• 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
• 1 cup breadcrumbs
• 0.25 cups parmesan cheese, grated
• 2 tablespoons olive oil

Directions

Step 1

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

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 set aside.

Step 3

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

Step 4

Gradually pour in the milk, whisking constantly to avoid lumps. Cook until the mixture thickens, about 3-4 minutes.

Step 5

Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the shredded cheddar cheese, cottage cheese, salt, and black pepper until smooth and creamy.

Step 6

In a large mixing bowl, combine the blanched broccoli with the cheese sauce. Mix well to coat the broccoli evenly.

Step 7

Transfer the broccoli and cheese mixture into the prepared baking dish and spread it out evenly.

Step 8

In a small bowl, mix together the breadcrumbs, grated parmesan cheese, and olive oil until the crumbs are evenly coated.

Step 9

Sprinkle the breadcrumb mixture evenly over the top of the casserole.

Step 10

Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and the casserole is bubbling around the edges.

Step 11

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

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1337.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2135.3

Total Fat 131.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 66.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.1g
Cholesterol 316.5mg	0%
Sodium 5034.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 155.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 13.0g	0%
Total Sugars 48.1g
Protein 107.6g	0%

Vitamin D 206.6IU	0%
Calcium 2222.7mg	0%
Iron 10.3mg	0%
Potassium 915.0mg	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: 52.9%

Protein: 19.3%

Carbs: 27.8%