Crock Pot Cauliflower Broccoli Casserole Recipe
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Crock Pot Cauliflower Broccoli Casserole Recipe
Description
The Crock Pot Cauliflower Broccoli Casserole Recipe brings together fresh cauliflower and broccoli florets in a slow cooker with aromatic garlic and onion. Sharp cheddar cheese is mixed into the vegetables and sprinkled on top for a rich, cheesy flavor. The nutmeg and black pepper enhance the profile with faint warmly spiced notes. A buttered, crushed corn flakes topping adds a crisp golden finish during cooking. Slow cooking allows the vegetables to soften without losing their shape, yielding a creamy interior beneath the crunchy crust.
Preparation involves mixing most ingredients together and layering in the crock pot, topping with the remaining cheese and corn flakes mixture before cooking on high or low. This method produces a decadent vegetable casserole with a balance of soft and crunchy textures. The precise seasoning and use of sharp cheddar create a dish that can accompany main courses or serve as a hearty vegetarian option.
The nutmeg is used sparingly, just enough to hint at warmth without overpowering. The corn flakes topping complements the creamy interior with an extra layer of texture and buttery flavor. This casserole benefits from gentle cooking times to prevent the cheese from separating and vegetables from turning to mush.
Ingredients
- 4 c. cauliflower florets
- 4 c. broccoli florets
- 3 garlic minced, large cloves
- 1/2 c. yellow onion minced
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/8 tsp nutmeg
- 8 oz sharp cheddar cheese divided, Crystal Farms, shredded
- 2 Tbsp butter melted
- 1 c. corn flakes crushed
Instructions
- Grease a 4 quart crock pot.
- In a large bowl mix together all ingredients, but only half of the cheese except butter and corn flakes. Place ingredients in crock pot. Top with remaining cheese.
- In a small bowl combine melted butter and corn flakes. Sprinkle over the casserole in the crock pot.
- Cook on high for 1 hour or low for 2 hours.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 8servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 323 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 323kcal | 16% |
| Carbohydrates | 40g | 13% |
| Protein | 15g | 30% |
| Fat | 13g | 20% |
| Saturated Fat | 7g | 35% |
| Cholesterol | 37mg | 12% |
| Sodium | 564mg | 24% |
| Potassium | 831mg | 18% |
| Fiber | 6g | 24% |
| Sugar | 7g | 14% |
| Vitamin A | 1640IU | 33% |
| Vitamin C | 170.2mg | 189% |
| Calcium | 294mg | 29% |
| Iron | 10.1mg | 56% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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