Creamed Baked Broccoli

Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this irresistible Creamed Baked Broccoli recipe! Perfectly blanched broccoli florets are enveloped in a luxuriously creamy cheese sauce made with Parmesan and cheddar, then topped with golden, buttery panko breadcrumbs for a satisfying crunch. Baked to bubbling perfection, this dish combines the rich flavors of garlic, nutmeg, and black pepper for a cozy, flavorful side that pairs beautifully with any main course. Ready in just 40 minutes, this easy-to-follow recipe transforms simple ingredients into an elegant, crowd-pleasing casserole. Perfect for holiday feasts or weeknight dinners, this creamy broccoli bake will earn a permanent spot in your recipe repertoire!

Nutriscore Rating: 56/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 4 cups broccoli florets
• 4 tablespoons butter
• 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 2 cups whole milk
• 0.5 cups heavy cream
• 1 teaspoons garlic powder
• 0.25 teaspoons ground nutmeg
• 1 teaspoons salt
• 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
• 0.5 cups grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 cups shredded cheddar cheese
• 0.5 cups panko breadcrumbs
• 1 tablespoons olive oil

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish and set it aside.

Step 2

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Blanch the broccoli florets for 3–4 minutes until bright green and slightly tender. Drain and set aside.

Step 3

In a medium saucepan, melt 3 tablespoons of butter over medium heat. Once melted, whisk in the flour and cook for 1–2 minutes until the mixture is golden and bubbly.

Step 4

Gradually whisk in the milk and heavy cream, ensuring there are no lumps. Continue cooking and whisking until the sauce thickens, about 3–4 minutes.

Step 5

Stir in garlic powder, nutmeg, salt, pepper, Parmesan cheese, and cheddar cheese until melted and fully incorporated into the sauce.

Step 6

Place the blanched broccoli florets into the prepared baking dish. Pour the cheese sauce evenly over the broccoli, making sure it’s fully coated.

Step 7

In a small bowl, combine the panko breadcrumbs with 1 tablespoon of melted butter and olive oil. Stir until the breadcrumbs are evenly coated.

Step 8

Sprinkle the buttery breadcrumbs over the top of the broccoli and cheese mixture in the baking dish.

Step 9

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

Step 10

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

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1253.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2127.4

Total Fat 165.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 93.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.3g
Cholesterol 471.2mg	0%
Sodium 4563.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 83.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 10.9g	0%
Total Sugars 30.0g
Protein 80.1g	0%

Vitamin D 223.7IU	0%
Calcium 2053.8mg	0%
Iron 5.8mg	0%
Potassium 811.0mg	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: 69.4%

Protein: 14.9%

Carbs: 15.7%