Best 6 Broccoli Cheese Layer Bake Recipes

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Broccoli cheese layer bake is a comforting and satisfying casserole dish that combines fresh broccoli, creamy cheese sauce, and crispy breadcrumb topping. This classic dish is perfect for a weeknight dinner or a special occasion. With its vibrant green broccoli florets, rich and gooey cheese sauce, and golden brown breadcrumb crust, broccoli cheese layer bake is a feast for the eyes and the taste buds.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

BROCCOLI CHEESE BAKE



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This is a great casserole that I threw together one day when a friend requested Broccoli au Gratin for her birthday dinner. This is a great idea for those who aren't big fans of bread crumbs. Also, the eggs can be taken out for a great sauce and using skim milk and fat-free cheese works well, too. It's basically a great recipe that can be easily altered according to taste. Enjoy!

Provided by Leslie A.

Categories     Side Dish     Casseroles     Broccoli Casserole Recipes

Time 45m

Yield 7

Number Of Ingredients 8

8 cups fresh broccoli
½ cup butter
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 small onion, chopped
1 ¼ cups milk
salt and pepper to taste
4 cups shredded Swiss cheese
2 eggs, beaten

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C).
  • Place broccoli in a steamer over 1 inch of boiling water, and cover. Cook until tender but still firm, about 2 to 6 minutes. Drain.
  • Melt butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat and add flour; cook until bubbly. Stir in onion and gradually add milk, stirring well. Bring to a boil and cook for 1 minute. Remove from heat and season with salt and pepper. Stir in cheese and eggs; mix well. Combine mixture with broccoli and transfer to a 9 x 13 inch casserole dish.
  • Bake in preheated oven for 30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 440.6 calories, Carbohydrate 15 g, Cholesterol 148.3 mg, Fat 33 g, Fiber 3 g, Protein 23.3 g, SaturatedFat 20.3 g, Sodium 284.8 mg, Sugar 5.4 g

BROCCOLI CHEESE BAKE



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Here's a handy and versatile side that's creamy, colorful and bursting with flavor and nutrition. Pair it with almost any entree for a terrific meal. -Deborah Patrauchuk, Sicamous, British Columbia

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 45m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

1-3/4 cups fresh broccoli florets
1 tablespoon cornstarch
1/8 teaspoon salt
Dash pepper
2/3 cup fat-free milk
1 medium onion, chopped
1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. Place 1 in. of water and broccoli in a small saucepan; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 3-5 minutes or until crisp-tender., Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, combine the cornstarch, salt, pepper and milk until smooth. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 1 minute or until thickened. Stir in onion and cheddar cheese until cheese is melted. Drain broccoli; stir into cheese sauce., Transfer to a 1-qt. baking dish coated with cooking spray. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese. Bake, covered, until vegetables are tender, 25-30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 106 calories, Fat 5g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 18mg cholesterol, Sodium 224mg sodium, Carbohydrate 10g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 7g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

BROCCOLI CHEESE LAYER BAKE



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This is a recipe we have enjoyed in my family for several years. It has become a holiday staple and is very easy to make. In fact, it tastes better the next day or just cold out of the refrigerator.

Provided by AUNTIEREE1

Categories     Side Dish     Casseroles     Broccoli Casserole Recipes

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 4

2 (16 ounce) packages frozen chopped broccoli
2 (11 ounce) cans condensed cream of Cheddar cheese soup
2 (10.75 ounce) cans condensed cream of chicken soup
2 cups seasoned croutons

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Cook broccoli in boiling salted water until tender.
  • Mix cheese and chicken soups in a large bowl. Add 2 cups of croutons; blend together well. Drain broccoli.
  • In a 15x10x2 inch baking pan, place half the cooked broccoli in a layer. Spoon half the soup mixture over the broccoli. Finish with a second layer of broccoli and top vegetable with remaining soup mix. Cover with aluminum foil.
  • Bake for 30 minutes or until bubbling.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 162.2 calories, Carbohydrate 15.7 g, Cholesterol 16.5 mg, Fat 8.4 g, Fiber 2.5 g, Protein 5.9 g, SaturatedFat 3.9 g, Sodium 826.4 mg, Sugar 2 g

BROCCOLI CHEESE CASSEROLE



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This is a simple, yet deilicious recipe. My mother-in-law made it for Christmas one year and I've been making it regularly ever since. Everytime I have made it for a get-together, it's usually the first thing to be eaten.

Provided by michellew07

Categories     Vegetable

Time 1h25m

Yield 8-10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

3 (8 ounce) packages Ritz crackers
2 (14 ounce) jars Cheez Whiz
2 cups milk
1/2 cup melted butter
2 (16 ounce) bags frozen broccoli florets

Steps:

  • Defrost broccoli on paper towels at room temperature for 1-2 hours.
  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees.
  • Crush Ritz crackers.
  • Mix crushed crackers with melted butter.
  • Melt Cheez Whiz.
  • Add milk to melted cheese mixture and stir well.
  • Layer 1/2 cracker mix on bottom of 9"X13" baking dish, press firmly.
  • Layer defrosted broccoli on top of cracker crust.
  • Layer cheese mixture on top off broccoli.
  • Layer remaining cracker mix on top of casserole.
  • Bake approximately 45 min to and hour or until broccoli is tender.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 862.6, Fat 54.4, SaturatedFat 25.1, Cholesterol 113.5, Sodium 2424.3, Carbohydrate 72, Fiber 5.3, Sugar 15, Protein 23.3

CHEESY BROCCOLI BAKE



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Our children refused to eat broccoli, then I discovered this simple recipe. It has tender rice in a cheese sauce. The kids hardly notice the broccoli.-Dawn Trapp, West Fargo, North Dakota

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 50m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

3 cups frozen chopped broccoli
1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of chicken soup, undiluted
1 jar (8 ounces) process cheese spread
3/4 cup uncooked instant rice
3 tablespoons seasoned bread crumbs
1 tablespoon butter, melted

Steps:

  • In a bowl, combine the broccoli, soup, cheese spread and rice. Transfer to a greased 1-1/2-qt. baking dish. Toss bread crumbs and butter; sprinkle over top. Cover and bake at 350° for 30 minutes; uncover and bake 15 minutes longer.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 354 calories, Fat 20g fat (12g saturated fat), Cholesterol 48mg cholesterol, Sodium 1633mg sodium, Carbohydrate 32g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 13g protein.

BROCCOLI CHEESE BAKE



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Make and share this Broccoli Cheese Bake recipe from Food.com.

Provided by mapaklenk

Categories     Vegetable

Time 40m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 (10 ounce) cartons frozen chopped broccoli, cooked and drained
1 cup mayonnaise (heaping)
1 (10 1/2 ounce) can cream of chicken soup
1 medium onion, diced
2 large eggs, slightly beaten
1 cup grated cheddar cheese
1 cup round buttery cracker, chopped

Steps:

  • Mix broccoli with mayonnaise, soup, onion and eggs. Spoon into a casserole dish. Top with grated cheddar cheese. Sprinkle Ritz crumbs over top of casserole and bake at 350 degrees for 30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 292.4, Fat 20.4, SaturatedFat 5.8, Cholesterol 78.3, Sodium 651.5, Carbohydrate 20.2, Fiber 2.5, Sugar 3.9, Protein 9

Tips:

  • Choose the right broccoli: For the best results, use fresh, firm broccoli florets. Avoid florets that are wilted or have brown spots.
  • Cook the broccoli properly: Broccoli should be cooked until it is tender-crisp. Overcooked broccoli will be mushy and lose its nutritional value.
  • Use a good quality cheese: The type of cheese you use will have a big impact on the flavor of the dish. Use a cheese that melts well and has a strong flavor, such as cheddar, Gruyère, or Parmesan.
  • Don't skimp on the seasonings: Season the broccoli and cheese mixture generously with salt, pepper, and garlic powder. You can also add other herbs and spices, such as thyme, rosemary, or paprika.
  • Bake the casserole until it is golden brown and bubbly: This will ensure that the casserole is cooked through and has a nice crispy top.

Conclusion:

Broccoli cheese layer bake is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. It is also a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables. With a few simple tips, you can make a broccoli cheese layer bake that is sure to please everyone at the table.

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