Broccoli-Cauliflower Casserole
This Broccoli-Cauliflower Casserole features a cheesy sauce and crispy topping, making it a delicious side dish.
Prep Time 10 minutes mins
Cook Time 30 minutes mins
Total Time 40 minutes mins
Course Side Dish
Cuisine American
Servings 8 servings
Calories 320 kcal
Vegetables
- 1 large head broccoli
- 1 head cauliflower
Sauce
- 6 Tbsp. butter
- 1 Tbsp. melted butter divided
- ½ medium onion diced
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- ¼ cup all-purpose flour
- 2 ½ cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 4 oz. cream cheese room temperature
- ¼ tsp. salt
- ½ tsp. ground black pepper
- ¼ tsp. seasoned salt plus more to taste
- ¼ tsp. paprika plus more for sprinkling
Topping
- ⅓ cup seasoned breadcrumbs
- 1 ½ cups grated monterey jack cheese plus more to taste
Preparation
Break the broccoli and cauliflower into small florets, cutting off the thick stalks. Steam for 3 to 4 minutes until broccoli is bright green, then set aside.
In a large skillet, melt 6 tablespoons of butter. Add onion and garlic, and sauté until onion is translucent, about 3 to 4 minutes.
Sprinkle flour over the mixture, whisk to combine, and cook for 45 seconds. Pour in broth while whisking constantly, and cook until sauce thickens.
Reduce heat to low, then add cream cheese, salt, pepper, seasoned salt, and paprika. Stir until smooth and adjust seasonings to taste, keeping warm.
In a small bowl, combine breadcrumbs and 1 tablespoon of melted butter, then set aside.
Assembly and Baking
Layer half the broccoli and cauliflower in a casserole dish, pour on half of the cream sauce, and sprinkle on half of the cheese.
Repeat with another layer of broccoli, sauce, and cheese. Finish with a sprinkling of breadcrumbs.
Bake in a preheated oven at 375°F until cheese is melted and bubbly, and breadcrumbs are golden brown, about 25 to 30 minutes.
Serve warm.
Serving: 1servingCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 16gProtein: 10gFat: 23gSaturated Fat: 13gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 5gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 80mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 2mg
Keyword Broccoli-Cauliflower Casserole, Casserole, cheesy casserole, Comfort Food, holiday side, vegetable dish