Broccoli Cauliflower Sausage Casserole
User Reviews
4.5
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Prep Time
20 mins
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Cook Time
15 mins
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Total Time
35 mins
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Servings
8
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Calories
499 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Broccoli Cauliflower Sausage Casserole
Description
The Broccoli Cauliflower Sausage Casserole combines steamed broccoli and cauliflower florets with smoked sausage that is browned with onions and garlic. The smoked sausage adds a smoky, savory element that complements the mild vegetable flavors. The vegetables and sausage are placed in a baking dish where a sauce made from cream cheese, mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, and shredded Mexican blend cheese is stirred in. The combination creates a creamy coating that binds the ingredients together. Additional cheese sprinkled on top forms a browned, golden crust when baked.
The method includes boiling the vegetables until just tender, then quickly cooking the sausage mixture separately to develop flavor and color. Baking at 400°F for 12 to 15 minutes ensures the cheese melts through and the top crisps modestly. The dish has a balanced blend of tender vegetables, chewy sausage pieces, and a smooth, tangy creamy sauce based on cream cheese and mayonnaise.
This casserole can serve as a main dish for those who enjoy sausage and creamy vegetable bakes, or as a warm side providing a rich vegetable serving. It's suitable for gatherings or weeknight meals, pairing well with simple salads or breads to balance the richness.
Ingredients
- 1 pound broccoli florets
- ½ pound cauliflower florets
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 yellow onion finely diced, small
- 2 tsp garlic minced, fresh
- 12 ounces smoked sausage sliced into 1-inch rounds, or andouille
- 8 ounces cream cheese room temperature, cut into cubes for easier mixing
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- 2 cups Mexican blend cheese divided, shredded
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- ½ tsp salt sea salt
- black pepper fresh cracked, to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400?F.
- Bring a large half-full pot of salted water to a boil.
- Add broccoli florets and cauliflower florets to the boiling water and cook for 6 minutes. Drain and set aside.
- Add olive oil to a skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add onions and cook for 2 minutes.
- Add garlic and cook for 20 seconds.
- Stir in smoked sausage and cook for 3 minutes, or until browned on all sides, stir frequently to prevent burning.
- Set broccoli, cauliflower, and sausage mixture in a lightly greased 9 x 13 baking dish.
- In a mixing bowl combine cream cheese, mayonnaise, 1 cup shredded cheese, dijon mustard, salt, and pepper; mix until thoroughly incorporated.
- Pour the cream cheese mixture into the broccoli mixture. Stir around until everything is well combined. Add remaining shredded cheese on top.
- Bake for 12 to 15 minutes, or until cheese is melted and top is golden brown. Enjoy!
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 8Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 499 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1g | |
| Calories | 499kcal | 25% |
| Carbohydrates | 9g | 3% |
| Protein | 17g | 34% |
| Fat | 45g | 69% |
| Saturated Fat | 17g | 85% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 23g | 135% |
| Cholesterol | 92mg | 31% |
| Sodium | 968mg | 40% |
| Fiber | 3g | 12% |
| Sugar | 4g | 8% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.5
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