Ingredients and Weight:
- Broccoli florets (1 large head or 2 lbs)
- Medium onion (1, chopped)
- Carrots (2, peeled and diced)
- Celery (2 stalks, diced)
- Garlic cloves (2, minced)
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Low-fat milk (2 cups)
- Light cream (1 cup)
- Low-fat cheddar cheese (8 oz)
- Nonfat Greek yogurt (8 oz)
- Italian bread crumbs (1/2 cup)
- Fresh parsley (1/4 cup, chopped)
Preparation Time:
15 minutes
Cooking Time:
30-35 minutes
Difficulty Level:
2 (Easy)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Steam broccoli florets until tender-crisp.
- Sauté onion, carrots, celery, and garlic in a pan until softened.
- Combine steamed broccoli, sautéed vegetables, salt, and pepper in a baking dish.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together milk, light cream, cheddar cheese, Greek yogurt, salt, and pepper.
- Pour sauce mixture over broccoli and vegetables.
- Sprinkle with Italian bread crumbs and fresh parsley.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes or until bubbly and golden brown.
Nutritional Information:
- Calories: 250 per serving
- Protein: 20g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fat: 10g
- Fiber: 5g
- Vitamin C: 100% daily value
Dish Characteristics:
- Creamy and cheesy
- Satisfying and comforting
- Healthy and packed with vegetables
- Easy to make and perfect for a crowd
User Comments:
- "This broccoli cheese bake is amazing! It's so flavorful and satisfying, yet healthy too."
- "I love how easy this recipe is to make. It's a perfect weeknight meal."
- "The breadcrumb topping adds a nice crunch and texture to the dish."
- "This is one of the best broccoli cheese bakes I've ever had. It's so creamy and comforting."
- "I highly recommend this recipe to anyone who loves broccoli cheese bake."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- If you don't have fresh broccoli, you can use frozen broccoli florets.
- If you don't have Greek yogurt, you can use sour cream instead.
- For a gluten-free version, use gluten-free bread crumbs.
- To make ahead of time, assemble the casserole but do not bake it. Cover and refrigerate for up to 2 days before baking. When ready to serve, bake as directed.
- To reheat leftovers, cover the casserole dish with foil and bake at 350°F (175°C) for 20-25 minutes or until heated through.
