For a richer flavor, try using Gruyere or a combination of Swiss and Gruyere cheese. Add a pinch of nutmeg to the cheese sauce for an extra layer of warmth. To make ahead, assemble the bake and refrigerate it, uncooked, for up to 24 hours. Add an extra 10-15 minutes to the baking time.
Broccoli Cheese Bake
-
PREP TIME15 mins
-
COOK TIME30 mins
-
TOTAL TIME45 mins
-
SERVING7 People
-
VIEWS744
Elevate your weeknight dinner with this luxuriously cheesy Broccoli Bake! A delightful twist on the classic au gratin, this recipe brings together tender broccoli florets in a creamy, rich Swiss cheese sauce. It's comforting, customizable, and guaranteed to be a crowd-pleaser.
Ingridients
Adjust Servings
Nutrition
-
Carbohydrate15 g
-
Cholesterol148 mg
-
Fiber3 g
-
Protein23 g
-
Saturated Fat20 g
-
Sodium285 mg
-
Sugar5 g
-
Fat33 g
-
Unsaturated Fat0 g
DIRECTIONS
Salamander lied porpoise much over tightly circa horse taped so innocuously side crudey mightily rigorous plot life. New homes in particular are subject. All recipes created with FoodiePress have suport for Micoformats and Schema.org is a collaboration byo improve convallis.
01 Step
Recipe View Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C). (5 minutes)
02 Step
Recipe View Steam the broccoli florets over 1 inch of boiling water until they are crisp-tender, about 2 to 6 minutes. Ensure they retain a slight bite. Drain well and set aside. (10 minutes)
03 Step
Recipe View In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Whisk in the flour and cook, stirring constantly, until the mixture is bubbly and golden, about 1 minute. This creates a roux that will thicken the sauce. (3 minutes)
04 Step
Recipe View Stir in the chopped onion and cook until softened, about 3 minutes. Gradually whisk in the milk, bringing the mixture to a gentle boil and cooking for 1 minute, until slightly thickened. Remove from heat and season generously with salt and pepper. (5 minutes)
05 Step
Recipe View Add the shredded Swiss cheese and beaten eggs to the saucepan. Stir until the cheese is completely melted and the sauce is smooth and creamy. (3 minutes)
06 Step
Recipe View Gently fold in the steamed broccoli florets, ensuring they are evenly coated in the cheese sauce. Transfer the mixture to a 9x13-inch casserole dish. (5 minutes)
07 Step
Recipe View Bake in the preheated oven until the bake is bubbly and lightly golden on top, about 30 minutes. Let it cool slightly before serving. (35 minutes)
YOU MAY ALSO LIKE
RECIPE REVIEWS
LEAVE A REVIEW
Please Rate
LATEST RECIPES
-
1 -
2 -
3 -
4 -
5
Helga Stark
Feb 17, 2025I added some cooked ham to the bake, and it was a huge hit!
Mollie Little
Jan 9, 2025So yummy!! I added a little garlic powder and onion powder to the sauce for extra flavor.
Clyde Jerde
Oct 27, 2024The cheese sauce was perfectly creamy. I'll definitely make this again.
Reynold Welch
Sep 10, 2024I love that this recipe is customizable. I added some roasted red peppers for a pop of color and flavor.
Colton Farrell
Jul 11, 2024This recipe is so easy and delicious! My kids even loved it!
Forest Rodriguez
Mar 6, 2024Great recipe! I did add some breadcrumbs on top for a nice crunch.
Arnaldo Murazik
Nov 17, 2023I used a mix of cheddar and Gruyere, and it was fantastic!
Phoebe Parisian
Mar 31, 2023Quick, easy, and a crowd-pleaser! What more could you ask for?
Missouri Dooley
Sep 1, 2022This is a great way to get my family to eat more broccoli! Thank you!