Description
Indulge in this comforting Broccoli Cheddar Gratin with a crispy onion topping. This creamy, cheesy dish is a perfect side for any occasion, from weeknight dinners to holiday feasts.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 4 cups fresh broccoli florets
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1 1/2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
Seasonings:
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg
Toppings:
- 1/2 cup crispy fried onions (store-bought or homemade)
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- cooking spray or extra butter for greasing
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9×9-inch baking dish.
- Prepare Broccoli: Steam or blanch broccoli until tender, then set aside.
- Make Cheese Sauce: Melt butter in a saucepan, whisk in flour, then slowly add milk and cream. Stir in cheddar, seasonings, and nutmeg until smooth.
- Combine Ingredients: Add broccoli to cheese sauce, then pour into baking dish. Top with crispy onions and Parmesan.
- Bake: Bake for 18–20 minutes until golden brown and bubbly.
- Serve: Let it rest before serving.
Notes
- For a lighter version, use half-and-half instead of heavy cream.
- You can add cooked quinoa or rice to make it a complete vegetarian main dish.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 510mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 11g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
