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Classic Italian Broccoli Casserole Recipe
Broccoli casserole is a soft and flavorful dish that's easy to make with just a few ingredients. The creamy béchamel sauce and Parmigiano cheese bring out the best in these winter vegetables, making them even more delicious.This is an Italian recipe that offers a new way to enjoy broccoli, a vegetable packed with healthy nutrients. It’s easy to prepare, and in about an hour, it will be ready to serve.
Prep Time
20 mins
Cook Time
20 mins
Total Time
1 hr
Servings: 6
Calories: 139 kcal
Course:
Main Course , Baked Goods
Cuisine:
Italian
Ingredients
- 800 g broccoli - 1 ¾ pound
- 2 eggs
- 250 g Béchamel sauce - ~½ pound
- 100 g Parmigiano Reggiano cheese - 1 cup, grated
- salt - to taste
- black pepper - to taste
- nutmeg - to taste
- 1 tablespoon breadcrumbs - for the baking dish
- 1 knob butter - for the baking dish
Instructions
- To start making the broccoli casserole, first prepare the broccoli. Remove the thick stem and any tough parts, and cut the broccoli into florets.
- Boil the broccoli in a pot of salted water until it becomes tender, about 10 minutes after the water starts boiling.
- Once the broccoli is tender, use a skimmer to drain it and transfer it to a bowl. Let it cool slightly, then mash it with a fork until it’s completely shredded.
- Add the eggs to the mashed broccoli and mix well. Then, add the béchamel sauce, grated Parmigiano cheese, salt, pepper, and a pinch of nutmeg. Stir everything together with a spoon until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
- Grease a baking dish with a knob of butter, then sprinkle some breadcrumbs over the bottom to prevent sticking. Pour in the broccoli mixture and use the back of a spoon to smooth and level the surface.
- Sprinkle a bit more grated Parmigiano cheese on top for a nice crust. Place the dish in a preheated oven at 180°C (350°F) and bake for about 30 minutes, or until a golden crust forms on top. Let the casserole rest for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy it warm!
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Nutrition Information
Serving
100g
Calories
139kcal
(7%)
Carbohydrates
11g
(4%)
Protein
12g
(24%)
Fat
6g
(9%)
Saturated Fat
3g
(15%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
1g
Monounsaturated Fat
2g
Trans Fat
0.01g
Cholesterol
66mg
(22%)
Sodium
345mg
(14%)
Potassium
460mg
(13%)
Fiber
4g
(16%)
Sugar
3g
(6%)
Vitamin A
1044IU
(21%)
Vitamin C
119mg
(132%)
Calcium
271mg
(27%)
Iron
1mg
(6%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 6Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 139
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 100g | |
| Calories | 139kcal | 7% |
| Carbohydrates | 11g | 4% |
| Protein | 12g | 24% |
| Fat | 6g | 9% |
| Saturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Trans Fat | 0.01g | 1% |
| Cholesterol | 66mg | 22% |
| Sodium | 345mg | 14% |
| Potassium | 460mg | 10% |
| Fiber | 4g | 16% |
| Sugar | 3g | 6% |
| Vitamin A | 1044IU | 21% |
| Vitamin C | 119mg | 132% |
| Calcium | 271mg | 27% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.