Best 12 Broccoli Pasta Cheese Bake Recipes

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Broccoli pasta cheese bake is a classic comfort food that is sure to please everyone at your table. This dish is made with tender broccoli, pasta, and a creamy cheese sauce, all baked together until bubbly and golden brown. It's an easy recipe to follow and can be made with a variety of different ingredients, so you can customize it to your liking. Whether you're looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal or a special dish for a potluck, broccoli pasta cheese bake is a great option.

Here are our top 12 tried and tested recipes!

BROCCOLI CHEESE PASTA BAKE



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A cheesy, savory broccoli cheese pasta bake made with Parmesan and Gruyere cheeses! It's a warm and comforting casserole everyone will love.

Provided by Kimberly

Categories     Pasta Recipes

Time 1h

Number Of Ingredients 12

8 ounces uncooked penne pasta (or other short pasta noodle)
4 cups fresh broccoli florets
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons garlic, minced or pressed
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon dried basil
½ teaspoon dried oregano
1 cup heavy cream
1 cup chicken broth
1 cup shredded gruyere cheese, divided
1 cup shredded parmesan cheese, divided

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350°F, and lightly grease a 2.5 quart baking dish. Set aside.
  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil, and cook the pasta for 5-6 minutes. Add the broccoli florets and cook for an additional 1 minute. The pasta should be al dente, and the broccoli should be lightly blanched.
  • Drain the pasta and broccoli, rinse under cold water, drain again, and set aside. In a large skillet over medium heat, melt the butter. Whisk in the flour, and cook for 2-3 minutes. Then, add the garlic, salt, basil, and oregano, and whisk to combine.
  • Adjust the heat to low. While continuing to whisk, slowly pour in the heavy cream and broth. Continue whisking until wisps of steam begin to rise from the liquid. Then, add half the Gruyere and half the Parmesan cheese a little at a time, whisking between each addition until the cheese is melted. Remove from heat.
  • Transfer the pasta, broccoli, and sauce to the prepared baking dish. Stir to combine. Top with the remaining cheese. Bake uncovered for 20-25 minutes or until the cheese is golden brown and the sauce is bubbling around the edges.
  • Remove from the oven and allow to cool for 10 minutes before serving. See post for storage options.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 415 calories, Carbohydrate 24 grams carbohydrates, Cholesterol 86 milligrams cholesterol, Fat 29 grams fat, Fiber 4 grams fiber, Protein 17 grams protein, SaturatedFat 18 grams saturated fat, ServingSize 1 Cup, Sodium 922 milligrams sodium, Sugar 3 grams sugar, TransFat 0 grams trans fat, UnsaturatedFat 9 grams unsaturated fat

PASTA BROCCOLI BAKE



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A quick to prepare casserole with broccoli and a flavorful cheese sauce. You will love the fact that you might already have all the ingredients needed for this recipe in your house.

Provided by Donna

Categories     Side Dish

Yield 9

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 (8 ounce) package fusilli pasta
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 teaspoons salt
⅓ cup butter
⅓ cup all-purpose flour
3 cups milk
¾ cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon garlic salt
⅛ teaspoon ground nutmeg
⅛ teaspoon dried thyme
1 ½ cups shredded sharp Cheddar cheese
1 ½ pounds fresh broccoli, cooked
¾ cup shredded Swiss cheese

Steps:

  • In a large pot of boiling salted water cook rigatoni or fusilli pasta with one tablespoon of oil until al dente. Drain.
  • Meanwhile, in a large saucepan melt butter or margarine. Stir in flour and milk and whisk until mixture boils and thickens. Add grated Parmesan cheese, salt, garlic salt, nutmeg, thyme and grated Cheddar cheese and stir until blended.
  • Add cooked broccoli and drained pasta to cheese sauce. Mix well. Pour into a greased 9x13 inch baking dish. Sprinkle with grated Swiss cheese.
  • Bake uncovered at 350 degrees C(175 degrees C) for 20 minutes. Let stand 10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 405.1 calories, Carbohydrate 32.1 g, Cholesterol 62.9 mg, Fat 22.7 g, Fiber 2.9 g, Protein 19.3 g, SaturatedFat 13.3 g, Sodium 1246.2 mg, Sugar 6.1 g

EASY BROCCOLI CHEDDAR PASTA BAKE



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Provided by Alida Ryder

Categories     Dinner

Time 50m

Number Of Ingredients 11

4 tbsp butter
4 tbsp flour
1 tsp garlic powder
1½ cups milk
1 cup cream
2 tsp thyme
2 cups grated cheddar cheese (+ 1 cup for topping)
½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
salt and pepper (to taste )
500 g (1lb) pasta
500 g (1lb) broccoli florets

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 180°C/350°F.
  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook for 7-10 minutes. The pasta should be quite firm still as it will continue cooking in the oven. Add the broccoli florets and cook for the last 2 minutes of cooking. Reserve 1 cup of cooking water and drain.
  • While the pasta is cooking, melt the butter in a deep pan or saucepan then whisk in the flour.
  • Cook for 1-2 minutes then whisk in the garlic powder and thyme.
  • Add the milk, stirring/whisking continuously, until smooth. Cook over medium heat until the sauce has thickened and the flour has cooked through.
  • Stir in the cream, grated cheese and season with salt and pepper.
  • Combine the pasta and broccoli with the cheese sauce. Add a little pasta water if the sauce is too thick.
  • Transfer to a baking dish and top with grated cheddar cheese. Place in a preheated oven and bake for 15-20 minutes until golden brown and bubbling.
  • Remove from the oven, allow to rest for 5 minutes then serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 579 kcal, Carbohydrate 78 g, Protein 26 g, Fat 19 g, SaturatedFat 8 g, Cholesterol 33 mg, Sodium 521 mg, Fiber 4 g, Sugar 5 g, ServingSize 1 serving

CHEESY BROCCOLI PASTA BAKE



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Whip up this cheap, simple and satisfying meal in just 30 minutes.

Provided by Good Food team

Categories     Dinner, Main course, Pasta

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 7

280g penne
280g broccoli, cut into florets
25g butter
25g plain flour
300ml milk
1 tbsp wholegrain mustard
140g mature cheddar, grated

Steps:

  • Cook the pasta, adding the broccoli for the final 4-5 mins and cooking until tender. Drain well, then heat the grill.
  • Heat the butter in a saucepan and stir in the flour. Cook for 1 min, then gradually add the milk, stirring well between each addition. Bring to the boil, stirring, then simmer for 2 mins, before stirring in the mustard, half the cheese and seasoning.
  • Mix the pasta and broccoli into the sauce and spoon into an ovenproof dish. Scatter over the remaining cheese and place under a hot grill for 3-4 mins until golden and bubbling.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 539 calories, Fat 21 grams fat, SaturatedFat 12 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 67 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 7 grams sugar, Fiber 5 grams fiber, Protein 25 grams protein, Sodium 1.01 milligram of sodium

CHEESY BROCCOLI PASTA CASSEROLE



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This is so easily put together and quick. I had some pasta and broccoli cheese soup and I came up with this.... Really a wonderful and tasty dish.. You could also add some fresh broccoli and cooked chicken.... I hope you enjoy this as much a our family did.. Also feel free to add more cheese...

Provided by Parkers Mom

Categories     Toddler Friendly

Time 30m

Yield 14-16 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 lb rotini pasta (cooked according to directions)
2 (10 1/2 ounce) cans broccoli cheese soup
1/2 cup milk
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
2 cups crushed breadcrumbs
1 cup butter (melted)
salt

Steps:

  • Cook and drain pasta.
  • Mix broccoli cheese soup with milk.
  • Stir in 1 stick of melted butter and 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese into soup mix.
  • Gently mix the pasta with the soup mix.
  • Spray baking dish with non stick spray.
  • Pour pasta into baking dish.
  • Top with 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese.
  • Mix bread crumbs with 1 stick of melted butter and place on pasta.
  • Bake 450 for 20 minute or until hot.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 405.6, Fat 22.4, SaturatedFat 12.9, Cholesterol 54.7, Sodium 602.6, Carbohydrate 39.3, Fiber 2.5, Sugar 2.5, Protein 11.6

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 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

CHEESY HAM & BROCCOLI PASTA BAKE



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Bring together broccoli and ham in this Cheesy Ham & Broccoli Pasta Bake. We predict this ham and broccoli pasta bake will become a new family favorite.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Home

Time 45m

Yield 8 servings, 1 cup each

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 cups penne pasta
4 cups broccoli florets
3 Tbsp. butter
2 Tbsp. flour
2 cups milk
1 cup KRAFT Shredded Sharp Cheddar Cheese
1 cup KRAFT Shredded Mozzarella Cheese
1/4 cup KRAFT Grated Parmesan Cheese
1 pkg. (7.5 oz.) OSCAR MAYER CARVING BOARD Slow Cooked Ham, chopped

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 325°F.
  • Cook pasta in large saucepan as directed on package, omitting salt and adding broccoli to the boiling water for the last 2 min. of the pasta cooking time.
  • Meanwhile, melt butter in large saucepan on low heat. Stir in flour; cook and stir 2 min. or until bubbly. Gradually stir in milk; bring to boil on medium heat, stirring constantly. Simmer on low heat 3 to 5 min. or until thickened, stirring constantly. Add cheeses; cook and stir 2 to 3 min. or until melted.
  • Drain pasta mixture; return to pan. Stir in cheese sauce and ham; spoon into 2-qt. casserole sprayed with cooking spray.
  • Bake 20 min. or until heated through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 370, Fat 15 g, SaturatedFat 9 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 50 mg, Sodium 590 mg, Carbohydrate 35 g, Fiber 3 g, Sugar 5 g, Protein 21 g

FOUR CHEESE PASTA WITH BROCCOLI BAKE



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Set the table for something special with our Four Cheese Pasta with Broccoli Bake. This pasta with broccoli bake will warm hearts as well as tummies.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Home

Time 35m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 Tbsp. olive oil
1 can (8 oz.) sliced mushrooms, drained
4 green onions, sliced
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 cup part-skim ricotta cheese
1/2 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
1/2 cup crumbled blue cheese
1 cup milk
1 pkg. (16 oz.) farfalle (bow-tie pasta)
2 cups KRAFT Shredded Mozzarella Cheese
1 pkg. (10 oz.) frozen broccoli florets, thawed, drained

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 375°F.
  • Heat oil in large skillet on medium-high heat. Add mushrooms, onions and garlic; cook and stir until tender. Add ricotta cheese, Parmesan cheese, blue cheese and milk; cook until blue cheese is melted, stirring constantly.
  • Add pasta, mozzarella cheese and broccoli; mix lightly. Spoon into 2-quart casserole dish.
  • Bake 20 to 25 min. or until heated through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 380, Fat 18 g, SaturatedFat 10 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 35 mg, Sodium 440 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 4 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 22 g

ITALIAN BROCCOLI CHEESE BAKE



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From Roanoke, Virginia, Rachel Greenawalt Keller sends this lasagna-like casserole. "It makes a great side dish, but I like to serve it as a meatless entree with a green salad and bread," she suggests.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 50m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1-1/2 pounds fresh broccoli spears, cut into 1/4-inch slices
1/4 teaspoon salt
2 cups 1% small-curd cottage cheese
2 large egg whites
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
3/4 cup meatless spaghetti sauce
1 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, bring 1-in. of water, broccoli and salt to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 5-8 minutes or until crisp-tender. Drain and pat dry. , In a blender, combine the cottage cheese, egg whites, Parmesan cheese, flour and Italian seasoning; cover and process until blended., Place half of the broccoli in an 11x7-in. baking dish coated with cooking spray; top with half of the cottage cheese mixture. Repeat layers. Spoon spaghetti sauce over the top; sprinkle with mozzarella cheese. , Bake, uncovered, at 375° for 25-30 minutes or until bubbly. Let stand for 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 266 calories, Fat 9g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 32mg cholesterol, Sodium 977mg sodium, Carbohydrate 22g carbohydrate (11g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 27g protein.

CHEESY CHICKEN AND BROCCOLI PASTA RECIPE BY TASTY



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Here's what you need: olive oil, chicken breasts, salt, pepper, yellow onion, garlic, chicken broth, water, pasta shells, broccoli, cayenne powder, nutmeg, milk, shredded cheddar cheese

Provided by Tasty

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 tablespoons olive oil
2 chicken breasts, cut into 1 inch (2cm) pieces
salt, to taste
pepper, to taste
½ cup yellow onion, about half an onion, diced
2 cloves garlic, about 1 tablespoon, minced
2 cups chicken broth
3 cups water
16 oz pasta shells
4 cups broccoli, or one head of broccoli
½ teaspoon cayenne powder
¼ teaspoon nutmeg
1 cup milk
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • Heat olive oil on medium heat in a large pot. Add chicken breasts, season with salt and pepper, and allow the chicken to brown on one side.
  • Flip chicken, then add onions and garlic as the second side browns.
  • Once the chicken has browned on both sides, add chicken broth, water, and pasta to the pot.
  • Stir all ingredients, cover the pot with a lid, and bring to a boil. When it begins to boil, uncover and stir. Bring the heat to low, stir, then cover and let simmer for 20 minutes.
  • After 20 minutes has passed, uncover and add in the broccoli. Stir continually as the broccoli steams until the rest of the liquid evaporates.
  • Add milk and cheddar cheese and stir until the cheese melts and you have a smooth cheese sauce.
  • Add salt and pepper (to taste), cayenne, and nutmeg. Stir once more, then you're ready to serve.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1318 calories, Carbohydrate 133 grams, Fat 60 grams, Fiber 9 grams, Protein 57 grams, Sugar 14 grams

BROCCOLI AND PASTA BAKE



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Broccoli and cheese, a great combination. You can prepare this dish ahead of time and bake it later. An excellent tasting pasta dish. Enjoy! (Prep time does not include cooking the pasta)

Provided by Kittencalrecipezazz

Categories     Vegetable

Time 45m

Yield 6-7 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

8 ounces large spiral shaped pasta
1/3 cup butter
1/3 cup flour
3 cups milk or 3 cups half-and-half
3/4 cup parmesan cheese
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/8 teaspoon nutmeg
1/8 teaspoon thyme
2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
fresh broccoli, cut into small floweretts any amount
fresh mushrooms, sliced, any amount desired
grated swiss cheese or cheddar cheese, to cover top of casserole

Steps:

  • Note: drain broccoli and mushrooms very well.
  • Steam broccoli until tender-firm.
  • Slice mushrooms, set aside.
  • Cook pasta until tender-firm, drain well.
  • Meanwhile, in a large bowl, melt butter in microwave; mix in flour, stir in milk. Heat in microwave pausing to stir occasionally until mixture boils and thickens.
  • Add parmesan cheese, salt, garlic, nutmeg, thyme and cheddar cheese; stir.
  • Return drained pasta to a large pot, add cheese mixture, cooked broccoli and mushrooms; mix well.
  • Pour into greased 9x13 casserole dish.
  • Sprinkle with grated cheese.
  • Bake uncovered in 350 degree oven for about 20 minutes.
  • Note: if refrigerated before baking, bake 5-10 minutes longer.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 541.4, Fat 31.4, SaturatedFat 19.5, Cholesterol 94.7, Sodium 947.1, Carbohydrate 40.5, Fiber 1.4, Sugar 1.1, Protein 24

Tips:

  • For a healthier version, use whole wheat pasta and low-fat cheese. You can also add some chopped vegetables, such as broccoli, carrots, or zucchini, to the dish.
  • If you don't have any cooked pasta, you can cook it according to the package directions before starting the recipe.
  • To make the dish even cheesier, you can add an extra cup of shredded cheese to the top before baking.
  • If you want a crispy topping, sprinkle some bread crumbs or crushed crackers on top of the casserole before baking.
  • You can also add some cooked chicken or sausage to the dish for extra protein.

Conclusion:

Broccoli Pasta Cheese Bake is a classic comfort food dish that is easy to make and loved by people of all ages. It is a great way to use up leftover pasta and broccoli, and it can be easily customized to your liking. Whether you are looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal or a special dish to serve at a potluck, Broccoli Pasta Cheese Bake is sure to be a hit.

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