Creamy Broccoli Cauliflower Casserole: 8 Reasons to Love It
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Creamy Broccoli and Cauliflower Casserole for Cozy Nights
- Author: Emily
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
- 4 cups Broccoli florets (fresh or thawed frozen)
- 4 cups Cauliflower florets (fresh or thawed frozen)
- 2 cups Sharp Cheddar Cheese (can substitute with mild cheddar)
- 1 cup Sour Cream (Greek yogurt can be used as a substitute)
- 1/2 cup Mayonnaise (can substitute with Greek yogurt)
- 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese (for topping)
- 1 tablespoon Dijon Mustard
- 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
- 1 teaspoon Onion Powder
- to taste Salt and Pepper (for seasoning)
- 1 cup Breadcrumbs (use gluten-free if necessary)
- 4 tablespoons Butter (melted)
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Gather all your ingredients and tools.
- In a large pot, bring salted water to a rolling boil. Cook broccoli and cauliflower florets for 5 minutes until tender-crisp.
- Quickly drain the vegetables and plunge them into ice water to stop further cooking.
- In a mixing bowl, combine sour cream, mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, garlic powder, and onion powder. Stir in half of the cheddar cheese until smooth.
- Gently fold the drained broccoli and cauliflower into the creamy mixture until coated.
- Transfer the vegetable mixture into a greased 9×13-inch casserole dish, spreading it evenly.
- In a separate bowl, mix breadcrumbs, melted butter, remaining cheddar, and Parmesan cheese until moist and crumbly.
- Evenly sprinkle the breadcrumb mixture over the casserole and bake for 25–30 minutes until golden and bubbly.
- Let the casserole rest for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
- This dish is a great side for any meal.
<liYou can add cooked chicken for a complete meal.
- Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 300 mg
- Fat: 16 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 18 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 10 g
- Cholesterol: 40 mg