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Broccoli Cauliflower Casserole

Cheesy Broccoli Cauliflower Casserole Recipe

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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 295
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups bite-size broccoli florets
  • 2 cups bite-size cauliflower florets
  • 3 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 3 tbsp all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup whole milk
  • 1 cup low-sodium chicken or vegetable broth
  • 2 cups (8 oz) sharp cheddar cheese, freshly grated
  • 1/2 tsp kosher salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp dry mustard powder (optional)
  • 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs
  • 1 tbsp melted unsalted butter

Method
 

  1. Steam broccoli and cauliflower florets for 4 to 5 minutes until barely tender. Drain well and pat dry with a towel.
  2. Melt 3 tbsp butter in the same pot, whisk in flour, and cook 1 minute. Slowly whisk in milk and broth, then simmer 2 to 3 minutes until thickened. Off heat, stir in cheese, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and mustard powder until smooth.
  3. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Butter an 8x8-inch dish, spread vegetables in it, and pour cheese sauce over them, gently folding to coat. Toss panko with 1 tbsp melted butter and sprinkle on top.
  4. Bake 25 to 30 minutes until golden and bubbly. Let rest 5 minutes, then serve hot.

Notes

Pat the vegetables very dry after steaming; any extra moisture will thin the sauce.