How to Make Broccoli Gratin with Herbed Cream Cheese - A Step-by-Step Guide

Broccoli gratin with herbed cream cheese is a delicious and comforting side dish that is perfect for any meal. This recipe takes the ordinary broccoli and transforms it into a creamy, rich, and flavorful dish that is sure to impress your family and friends. The combination of tender broccoli, creamy herbed cream cheese, and a crispy breadcrumb topping is simply irresistible.

What makes this dish even better is how easy it is to make. With just a few simple ingredients and minimal prep...

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Ingredients

  • 1 head broccoli, broken into florets
  • 1 cup vegetable broth
  • 1 (6.5 ounce) package herb and garlic-flavored cream cheese
  • 3 tablespoons heavy cream
  • ½ teaspoon Italian seasoning, or to taste
  • salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • 1 pinch ground nutmeg
  • ½ cup grated Cheddar cheese, or as needed
  • 2 tablespoons butter, cut into small pieces

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 50 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr
  • Servings: 4
  • Yield: 4 servings

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a casserole dish.
  • Combine broccoli and vegetable broth in a pot and cook over medium heat until broccoli is almost tender, about 5 minutes. Remove with a slotted spoon, drain, and add to the casserole dish.
  • Combine cream cheese, cream, and a few tablespoons of the vegetable broth from cooking the broccoli. Season with Italian seasoning, salt, pepper, and nutmeg. Distribute cream cheese mixture on top of the broccoli. Sprinkle with Cheddar cheese and butter pieces.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until cheese is melted and golden brown, about 45 minutes.
  • Nutrition

    357 cal.

    • Total Fat: 31g
    • Saturated Fat: 20g
    • Cholesterol: 93mg
    • Sodium: 598mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 10g
    • Dietary Fiber: 2g
    • Total Sugars: 3g
    • Protein: 9g
    • Vitamin C: 67mg
    • Calcium: 236mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 372mg