How to Make Easy Broccoli-Cheese Casserole - A Step-by-Step Guide

Looking for an easy and delicious way to get your family to eat more veggies? Look no further than this simple and tasty recipe for Easy Broccoli-Cheese Casserole. This dish is perfect for busy weeknights when you want to get a wholesome dinner on the table without spending hours in the kitchen.

Not only is this casserole a crowd-pleaser, but it’s also a great way to sneak some extra nutrients into your loved ones’ diets. Packed with creamy cheese and nutritious broccoli, this dish st...

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Ingredients

  • 1 head broccoli, chopped
  • 2 teaspoons vegetable oil, or as needed
  • 1 (16 ounce) container cottage cheese
  • 3 eggs
  • ½ (8 ounce) package shredded sharp Cheddar cheese
  • ¼ cup butter, melted
  • 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • salt and ground black pepper to taste

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 1 hr 8 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr 18 mins
  • Servings: 6
  • Yield: 1 9x13-inch casserole

  • Fill a large bowl with ice water to create an ice bath.
  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add broccoli and cook, uncovered, until bright green and tender, about 3 minutes. Drain in a colander and immediately immerse in the ice bath for several minutes to stop the cooking process. Drain.
  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Lightly grease a 9x13-inch casserole dish with vegetable oil.
  • Combine broccoli, cottage cheese, eggs, Cheddar cheese, butter, flour, salt, and pepper in a large bowl. Spread into the prepared casserole dish.
  • Bake in the preheated oven, uncovered, until a knife inserted into the center comes out clean, 60 to 90 minutes.
  • Nutrition

    300 cal.

    • Total Fat: 21g
    • Saturated Fat: 12g
    • Cholesterol: 144mg
    • Sodium: 550mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 9g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 1g
    • Protein: 19g
    • Vitamin C: 45mg
    • Calcium: 219mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 279mg