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Broccoli and Cauliflower Casserole

Cheesy Broccoli and Cauliflower Casserole Your New Comfort Food

This Cheesy Broccoli and Cauliflower Casserole is a comforting dish that blends broccoli and cauliflower with a rich cheddar sauce, perfect for any meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Vegetables
  • 4 cups Broccoli Florets Tender yet sturdy
  • 4 cups Cauliflower Florets Can use frozen, thawed and drained
Sauce
  • 2 cups Sharp Cheddar Cheese Half for sauce, half for topping
  • 1 cup Sour Cream Greek yogurt can substitute
  • 1/2 cup Mayonnaise Can reduce or replace with low-fat
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon Mustard Enhances flavors
  • 1/2 teaspoon Garlic Powder Adds depth of flavor
  • 1/4 teaspoon Onion Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Essential seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper Essential seasoning
Topping
  • 1 cup Breadcrumbs Provides a crunchy topping
  • 2 tablespoons Melted Butter For toasting breadcrumbs
  • 1/4 cup Parmesan Cheese Adds nuttiness

Equipment

  • 9x13 inch casserole dish
  • Large pot
  • Mixing bowl
  • measuring cups
  • measuring spoons

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13-inch casserole dish.
  2. Bring salted water to a rolling boil in a large pot. Add broccoli and cauliflower and cook for about 5 minutes until tender-crisp.
  3. Drain the cooked vegetables and transfer them to a bowl of ice water to halt cooking.
  4. After cooling, drain the vegetables again and set aside.
  5. In a mixing bowl, combine sour cream, mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, garlic powder, onion powder, and half of the sharp cheddar cheese. Mix until smooth.
  6. Fold the cooled broccoli and cauliflower into the cheese sauce until fully coated.
  7. Spread the vegetable and cheese mixture evenly in the greased casserole dish.
  8. Combine breadcrumbs, melted butter, remaining cheddar cheese, and Parmesan cheese in a separate bowl.
  9. Sprinkle the breadcrumb mixture evenly over the casserole.
  10. Bake in the preheated oven for 25 to 30 minutes until the topping is golden brown.
  11. Let the casserole rest for about 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 12gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 80mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 2mg

Notes

This casserole can be customized with additional ingredients like bacon or spinach. Be sure to monitor the topping while baking to avoid burning.

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