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Broccoli and Cheese Casserole

Whether you're entertaining or relaxing, this recipe hits the spot.

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
30 mins
Servings: 4 - 6
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

Panko Parmesan Topping:
  • 6 tbsp panko crumbs
  • ¼ cup Parmesan cheese, finely grated
  • 1½ tbsp butter, melted
Broccoli and Cheese Casserole:
  • 1 lb broccoli florets, cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 1½ tbsp butter
  • 1 small shallot, minced
  • 1 large garlic clove, minced
  • 1½ tbsp flour
  • 1½ cups half-and-half
  • ¾ cup sharp cheddar, shredded
  • 1½ lices American cheese *about ¼cup or 1 oz
  • 1 tsp hot sauce *I used Frank's Hot Sauce
  • ½ tsp dry mustard
  • Sea salt and freshly cracked pepper, to taste

Instructions

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  1. Preheat the oven to 400 degrees. Coat an 8 x 8 baking dish with cooking spray.
  2. Combine the panko crumbs, parmesan cheese and 1½ tablespoons of melted butter then toss to coat evenly; set aside.
  3. Place the broccoli florets in a microwave-safe bowl then season with a small touch of sea salt, to taste. Cover the bowl and cook in 1-minute increments until just fork tender–the broccoli will cook more in the oven. Side Note: My broccoli took 1 minute 30 seconds but it depends on the microwave and how big the florets are. 
  4. Place the cooked broccoli in the prepared baking dish; set aside.
  5. Heat the remaining 1½ shallots and cook, stirring often, for 2 minutes.
  6. Add the garlic and cook, stirring constantly, for 1 minute.
  7. Add the flour and cook, stirring constantly, for 1 minute.
  8. Slowly whisk in the half-and-half and bring to a boil.
  9. Off heat very slowly add the cheddar cheese while whisking so it melts evenly.
  10. Add the American cheese, hot sauce, and dried mustard and whisk until combined. Taste and season with sea salt and freshly cracked pepper, to taste. 
  11. Pour the cheese sauce on top of the broccoli then toss to coat evenly.
  12. Sprinkle the prepared panko crumbs on top evenly. 
  13. Bake for 10-15 minutes, until the casserole is bubbling around the edges and golden brown on top.
  14. Let cool for 5-10 minutes before serving. Enjoy!