Delicious Blue Cheese Broccoli Casserole

Indulge in the creamy, savory delight of this Delicious Blue Cheese Broccoli Casserole, the perfect dish to elevate any weeknight dinner or holiday spread. Packed with tender blanched broccoli florets enveloped in a rich and velvety cheese sauce made from crumbled blue cheese and sharp cheddar, this casserole offers a sophisticated twist on classic comfort food. A golden, crispy topping of panko breadcrumbs tossed with olive oil and fresh parsley adds a satisfying crunch to every bite. Quick to prepare and bake in just 45 minutes, this easy-to-make recipe combines the bold flavors of blue cheese, garlic, and onion for a dish that’s sure to impress. Serve this creamy broccoli casserole as a standout side dish or even a hearty vegetarian main course that your family and guests will love.

Nutriscore Rating: 58/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 4 cups broccoli florets
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 1.5 cups whole milk
• 0.5 cup heavy cream
• 0.75 cup crumbled blue cheese
• 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
• 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
• 0.5 teaspoon onion powder
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 2-quart casserole dish and set aside.

Step 2

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the broccoli florets and blanch them for 2-3 minutes until bright green and slightly tender. Drain immediately and rinse with cold water to stop the cooking process. Set aside.

Step 3

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

Step 4

Gradually add the milk and cream to the roux, whisking continuously to eliminate lumps. Cook for 3-4 minutes until the mixture thickens.

Step 5

Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the blue cheese and shredded cheddar cheese until fully melted and smooth.

Step 6

Season the cheese sauce with garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.

Step 7

Arrange the blanched broccoli evenly in the prepared casserole dish. Pour the cheese sauce over the broccoli, ensuring it is well coated.

Step 8

In a small bowl, toss the panko breadcrumbs with olive oil and chopped parsley. Sprinkle this mixture evenly over the casserole.

Step 9

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

Step 10

Let the casserole rest for 5 minutes before serving. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1185.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2074.4

Total Fat 153.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 87.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.7g
Cholesterol 411.0mg	0%
Sodium 3771.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 95.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 12.0g	0%
Total Sugars 29.0g
Protein 82.2g	0%

Vitamin D 173.6IU	0%
Calcium 1976.6mg	0%
Iron 7.4mg	0%
Potassium 1000.8mg	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: 66.1%

Protein: 15.7%

Carbs: 18.3%