Delicious Blue Cheese Broccoli Casserole Recipe
Description:
This Delicious Blue Cheese Broccoli Casserole is a staple at my holiday dinner table, loved by all who taste it! It’s a dish that never fails to impress, and I often find myself doubling or even tripling the recipe to accommodate the demand. With its creamy texture and irresistible combination of flavors, it’s no wonder this casserole disappears quickly, leaving only satisfied smiles in its wake.
Recipe Information:
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
Ingredients:
- 4 cups fresh broccoli florets
- 2 tbsp butter
- 2 tbsp flour
- 4 oz cream cheese
- 1/2 cup blue cheese
- 1 cup milk
- 1/2 cup half-and-half
- 1 1/2 cups cracker crumbs
- 6 tbsp melted butter
- Freshly ground black pepper to taste
Instructions:
- Preheat Oven: Set the oven to 350°F.
- Prepare Casserole Dish: Grease a medium-sized casserole dish to prevent sticking.
- Steam Broccoli: Steam the broccoli florets until they are firm-tender, which usually takes about 2-3 minutes. Drain them well and pat them dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture.
- Prepare Sauce: In a large saucepan, melt 2 tablespoons of butter over medium-low heat. Add the flour and stir for 1 minute until the mixture becomes smooth.
- Add Cheeses and Milk: Add the cream cheese, blue cheese, and milk to the saucepan. Stir over low heat until the cheeses are melted and the mixture is smooth. Then, gently fold in the steamed broccoli.
- Prepare Cracker Topping: Mix 6 tablespoons of melted butter with 1 cup of cracker crumbs until well combined.
- Combine Ingredients: Stir 1 cup of the cracker mixture into the broccoli and cheese mixture until evenly distributed. Season with freshly ground black pepper to taste.
- Assemble Casserole: Pour the mixture into the greased casserole dish, ensuring it spreads evenly.
- Bake: Cover the casserole dish with foil or a lid and bake for 15 minutes.
- Add Topping: Remove the casserole from the oven and sprinkle the top with the remaining cracker crumbs.
- Continue Baking: Return the casserole to the oven, uncovered, and bake for another 15 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the mixture is bubbly.
- Serve: Allow the casserole to cool for about 10 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld together perfectly.
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 433.5
- Fat: 40.1g
- Saturated Fat: 24.6g
- Cholesterol: 113.5mg
- Sodium: 578.5mg
- Carbohydrates: 11.1g
- Fiber: 0.1g
- Sugar: 1g
- Protein: 10.1g
Additional Notes:
- For added flavor, consider sautéing two small cloves of minced garlic in butter for one minute before adding the flour in step 4.
- You can find this recipe and more on my food blog at KittencalsKitchen.com.
This Delicious Blue Cheese Broccoli Casserole is a delightful addition to any meal, whether it’s a holiday feast or a weekday dinner. Its creamy texture and cheesy goodness will have everyone coming back for seconds! Enjoy making and sharing this beloved dish with your loved ones. 🥦🧀
