Broccoli and Onion Casserole

Vegetarian
Health score
18%
Broccoli and Onion Casserole
90 min.
12
287kcal

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Looking for a delicious and versatile vegetarian dish that can be a side, lunch, main course, or even a main dish? Look no further than this mouth-watering Broccoli and Onion Casserole! Perfect for serving a crowd, this casserole is packed with vibrant flavors and nutrients, making it a favorite for any occasion.

With a preparation time of just 90 minutes, this recipe is easy to whip up and serves a generous 12 portions, making it ideal for family dinners, potlucks, or even large gatherings. Each serving comes in at a reasonable 287 calories, ensuring it's a guilt-free indulgence.

The star of this dish is a harmonious blend of 3 heads of broccoli, steamed to perfection and combined with tender quartered onions. The savory sauce, crafted from butter, cream cheese, milk, and a touch of Italian-seasoned breadcrumbs, binds the ingredients together, creating a rich and creamy texture. A sprinkle of shredded Cheddar cheese on top adds a delightful cheesy finish, which becomes irresistibly golden and bubbly when baked.

Whether you're a dedicated vegetarian, looking to reduce your meat intake, or simply craving a hearty and satisfying plant-based meal, this Broccoli and Onion Casserole is sure to hit the spot. Its versatility allows it to shine as a side dish, a comforting lunch, a filling main course, or even a standalone main dish. So why not give it a try and experience the deliciousness for yourself?

Ingredients

  • heads broccoli cut into florets
  • 0.3 cup butter 
  • ounce cream cheese 
  • 0.3 cup flour all-purpose
  • 0.3 cup seasoned bread crumbs italian
  • cups milk 
  •  onion quartered
  • ounces cheddar cheese shredded

Equipment

  • sauce pan
  • oven
  • pot
  • baking pan
  • steamer basket

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Lightly grease a 9x13 inch baking dish.
  2. Place a steamer basket in a pot over boiling water, and steam the broccoli about 5 minutes, until tender.
  3. Place the onions in a separate pot with enough water to cover. Bring to a boil, and cook until tender. Arrange the broccoli and onions in the prepared dish.
  4. Melt the butter in a saucepan over medium heat, and stir in the flour until smooth. Blend in the milk until thickened. Blend in the cream cheese until melted.
  5. Pour the mixture over the broccoli and onions.
  6. Sprinkle with Cheddar cheese, and top with bread crumbs.
  7. Bake covered in the preheated oven 30 minutes.
  8. Remove cover, and continue baking 30 minutes, until lightly browned.

Nutrition Facts

Calories287kcal
Protein16.29%
Fat56.3%
Carbs27.41%

Properties

Glycemic Index
23
Glycemic Load
5.29
Inflammation Score
-9
Nutrition Score
22.95565210218%

Flavonoids

Luteolin
1.22mg
Isorhamnetin
1.84mg
Kaempferol
12.16mg
Myricetin
0.1mg
Quercetin
12.4mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:286.97kcal
14.35%
Fat:18.83g
28.96%
Saturated Fat:10.86g
67.88%
Carbohydrates:20.62g
6.87%
Net Carbohydrates:15.86g
5.77%
Sugar:7.02g
7.8%
Cholesterol:53.06mg
17.69%
Sodium:313.89mg
13.65%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:12.25g
24.5%
Vitamin C:138.36mg
167.71%
Vitamin K:157.65µg
150.14%
Vitamin A:1579.78IU
31.6%
Folate:116.28µg
29.07%
Calcium:287.92mg
28.79%
Phosphorus:267.18mg
26.72%
Vitamin B2:0.4mg
23.27%
Manganese:0.41mg
20.72%
Fiber:4.77g
19.07%
Selenium:13.28µg
18.97%
Potassium:644.05mg
18.4%
Vitamin B6:0.36mg
18.2%
Vitamin B1:0.2mg
13.47%
Vitamin B5:1.29mg
12.86%
Magnesium:49.09mg
12.27%
Zinc:1.7mg
11.32%
Vitamin E:1.64mg
10.9%
Iron:1.48mg
8.24%
Vitamin B12:0.48µg
7.97%
Vitamin B3:1.39mg
6.97%
Copper:0.11mg
5.43%
Vitamin D:0.56µg
3.74%
Source:Allrecipes