Creamy Broccoli Casserole

Health score
6%
Creamy Broccoli Casserole
45 min.
8
224kcal

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Looking for a delicious and creamy side dish to complement your main course? Look no further than this mouthwatering Creamy Broccoli Casserole! This delectable dish is not only simple to make, taking only 45 minutes from start to finish, but it's also a crowd-pleaser that's perfect for gatherings, family dinners, or even as a snack. With a serving size of 8, it ensures there's enough to go around.

Packed with nutritious broccoli, this casserole is a delightful blend of textures and flavors. The base of the recipe starts with thawed frozen broccoli, which is steamed to perfection, retaining its vibrant green color and crisp texture. The star of the dish, however, is the creamy sauce, made from a harmonious mixture of butter, flour, milk, and cream cheese. This velvety sauce binds the dish together, enveloping the broccoli in a rich, comforting embrace.

To add a layer of crunch and depth, the casserole is topped with crushed buttery round crackers, which turn golden and crispy in the oven, creating a delightful contrast to the softness of the broccoli and creaminess of the sauce. The hint of salt in the recipe enhances the natural flavors, making every bite a symphony of taste sensations.

Whether you're serving it as a side dish, an antipasti, a starter, or a snack, this Creamy Broccoli Casserole is sure to be a hit. With a caloric breakdown that leans towards fats (64.46%), carbs (24.94%), and a decent protein content (10.6%), it's a well-rounded addition to any meal. Plus, at 224 calories per serving, it's a guilt-free indulgence that you can enjoy without worry. So why not give this recipe a try and impress your loved ones with your culinary skills? It's time to elevate your side dishes to new heights of deliciousness!

Ingredients

  • 16 ounce broccoli frozen thawed
  • tablespoons butter 
  • cup round buttery crackers crushed
  • ounce cream cheese cubed
  • tablespoons flour all-purpose
  • cups milk 
  • 0.3 teaspoon salt 

Equipment

  • sauce pan
  • oven
  • casserole dish

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  2. Place broccoli in a steamer over 1 inch of boiling water, and cover. Cook until tender but still firm, about 4 to 6 minutes; drain.
  3. Melt butter in a large saucepan over medium heat. Stir in salt, flour, and milk. Cook, stirring constantly, until thick and bubbly. Stir in cream cheese until melted.
  4. Remove from heat, and stir in broccoli.
  5. Sprinkle 1/2 cup of crushed crackers over the bottom of a 1 1/2 quart casserole dish. Slowly pour the broccoli mixture into the dish, and top with remaining crushed crackers.
  6. Bake in preheated oven for 30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts

Calories224kcal
Protein10.6%
Fat64.46%
Carbs24.94%

Properties

Glycemic Index
27.75
Glycemic Load
3.27
Inflammation Score
-7
Nutrition Score
12.738260901493%

Flavonoids

Luteolin
0.45mg
Kaempferol
4.45mg
Myricetin
0.03mg
Quercetin
1.85mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:223.92kcal
11.2%
Fat:16.51g
25.4%
Saturated Fat:9.14g
57.1%
Carbohydrates:14.37g
4.79%
Net Carbohydrates:12.68g
4.61%
Sugar:5.58g
6.2%
Cholesterol:43.48mg
14.49%
Sodium:292.27mg
12.71%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:6.11g
12.22%
Vitamin C:50.58mg
61.3%
Vitamin K:62.61µg
59.63%
Vitamin A:920.25IU
18.41%
Phosphorus:152.71mg
15.27%
Vitamin B2:0.25mg
14.47%
Calcium:141.89mg
14.19%
Folate:47.21µg
11.8%
Potassium:319.88mg
9.14%
Manganese:0.18mg
8.91%
Selenium:6.03µg
8.61%
Vitamin B1:0.13mg
8.6%
Vitamin B6:0.16mg
7.89%
Vitamin B5:0.75mg
7.54%
Vitamin E:1.06mg
7.07%
Fiber:1.7g
6.79%
Vitamin B12:0.4µg
6.63%
Magnesium:23.69mg
5.92%
Iron:0.87mg
4.83%
Vitamin B3:0.93mg
4.65%
Zinc:0.69mg
4.58%
Vitamin D:0.67µg
4.47%
Copper:0.05mg
2.28%
Source:Allrecipes