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Broccoli Gratin with Bacon

Broccoli Gratin with Bacon is a creamy and cheesy holiday side dish that is quick and easy to make, with only 7 ingredients. It's both a low carb and gluten-free side that will brighten your table! 

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
24 mins
Servings: 12
Calories: 335 kcal
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 32 oz broccoli florets
  • 16 oz cream cheese softened
  • 1 cup Carnation® Lactose-Free Evaporated Milk
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 8 bacon strips cooked and chopped
  • 3 cups White Cheddar Cheese shredded ( or any other melting cheese of choice)

Instructions

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  1. Place broiler rack about 8 inches from the source of heat. Then, preheat conventional oven at 400 F. Spray a medium baking dish with no-stick cooking spray; set aside.
  2. Place broccoli in a microwave safe bowl with about 6 tablespoon water, cover with a plate, and cook on high for about 3-4 minutes or until tender but firm. Drain! Arrange broccoli into the baking dish.
  3. Meanwhile, in the bowl of an electric mixer, beat cream cheese, milk, salt, and garlic powder until smooth. Mix in bacon and half of the cheddar cheese. Pour mixture over the broccoli.
  4. Then, sprinkle the other half of the cheddar on top. Bake for 10 minutes or until cheese melts. Next, press the broil button and let broil for about 4-5 minutes, or until cheese is golden brown. Sprinkle with fresh oregano if desired. Serve and enjoy!

Notes

  • You can make this broccoli gratin one day ahead, cover, and place in the fridge until it's time to bake and serve. 
  • Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days. Freeze for up to 30 days, but be aware that cream cheese sauce may separate and crumble. 
  • To decrease the chances of this, use a full-fat cream cheese. 
  • If desired, stir cooked onion and pepper into the cream cheese mixture to make it even tastier. 
  • This broccoli gratin calls for no flour and, unlike other gratin recipes, doesn't require you make a mornay sauce.   

Nutrition Information

Calories 335kcal (17%) Carbohydrates 8g (3%) Protein 13g (26%) Fat 29g (45%) Saturated Fat 15g (75%) Cholesterol 81mg (27%) Sodium 640mg (27%) Potassium 354mg (10%) Fiber 2g (8%) Sugar 3g (6%) Vitamin A 1267IU (25%) Vitamin C 67mg (74%) Calcium 301mg (30%) Iron 1mg (6%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 12Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 335

% Daily Value*

Calories 335kcal 17%
Carbohydrates 8g 3%
Protein 13g 26%
Fat 29g 45%
Saturated Fat 15g 75%
Cholesterol 81mg 27%
Sodium 640mg 27%
Potassium 354mg 8%
Fiber 2g 8%
Sugar 3g 6%
Vitamin A 1267IU 25%
Vitamin C 67mg 74%
Calcium 301mg 30%
Iron 1mg 6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.