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Broccoli Gratin Recipe
Broccoli Gratin is a delicious dish made from broccoli florets coated in a gooey, creamy white sauce, and add a crunchy topping with buttery bread crumbs. After a short baking time, you’ll get a tasty vegetable side dish that is warm, cheesy, and flavorful.
It’s absolutely one of the best and most comforting side dishes to serve during chilly days or any time. This healthy yet delicious dish will surely win the crowds across all ages.
Why This Recipe Works
Broccoli gratin is an easy and quick dish to make, and requires only a few simple ingredients that are accessible from local grocery stores. It’s effortless to make, and the final result is always amazing.
Broccoli gratin is a versatile side dish that pairs well with various main courses. It’s a perfect recipe for Thanksgiving dinner that completes the wholesome meal with Roasted Turkey, Garlic Butter Wagyu Beef, or Baked Catfish.
You may also customize the flavor of this dish to meet your taste preferences. Simply adjust the type and amount of cheese, seasonings, and even add extra ingredients like bacon, onions, or garlic to tailor the dish to your liking.
Recipe Ingredients
The Broccoli gratin recipe calls for only a few simple ingredients below:
- Broccoli
- Unsalted butter
- All-purpose flour
- Milk
- Salt
- Nutmeg
- Ground black pepper
- Sharp cheddar cheese
- Bread crumbs
How To Make Broccoli Gratin?
Making broccoli gratin starts with blanching or steaming the broccoli florets until tender.
Next, toss the broccoli in a rich, creamy sauce that is made from butter, flour, milk, salt, nutmeg, and ground black pepper.
Preheat the oven. Layer the broccoli in a baking dish and top with the white sauce, grated sharp cheddar cheese, and bread crumbs. Bake until golden brown and bubbly. Enjoy it best when it’s hot out of the oven.
Cooking Tips
For the best taste, please follow my tips below.
- This recipe works well with either fresh or frozen broccoli.
- Blanching or steaming the broccoli florets before baking them with other ingredients helps to shorten the cooking time.
- Do not overcook the broccoli florets. The broccoli should remain slightly crisp as it will continue to cook in the oven. Blanch the broccoli florets in boiling water for 2-3 minutes or steam for 3-4 minutes for the best result.
- If you’re adding cheese to your gratin, choose a good-quality cheese and grate it yourself. Sharp cheddar, Gruyère, or Parmesan work well for added flavor.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do you store and reheat leftover broccoli gratin?
Allow the leftover broccoli gratin to cool to room temperature before storing it. Pack the leftovers in an airtight container and refrigerate them for up to 3 days.
To reheat, you may use either a microwave or an oven. Reheat the leftover broccoli gratin until the cheese melts and reaches your desired temperature.
Can I make the broccoli gratin in advance?
Yes, you may prepare the broccoli gratin by following this recipe up to the point just before baking it. This typically involves blanching or steaming the broccoli, making the sauce, assembling the gratin, and adding the bread crumbs topping. Cover it with plastic wrap and refrigerate until you’re ready to bake and serve it hot.
How Many Calories Per Serving?
This recipe has 289 calories per serving.
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Broccoli Gratin
Ingredients
- 2 pound (1000 grams) (4 heads) broccoli (cut into small florets)
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter
- 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 cups milk
- 1 1/2 teaspoons salt
- 1 pinch nutmeg
- 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1 cup grated sharp cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup bread crumbs
Instructions
- Bring water to a boil in a saucepan, blanching the broccoli florets for 2 minutes. Transfer broccoli florets to a bowl filled with cold water, and let them sit for 10 minutes until completely cooled. Drain and set them aside.
- Preheat the oven to 450°F (230°C). In a saucepan, melt half of the butter over medium heat. Whisk in all-purpose flour, then stir in milk. Season with salt, nutmeg, and ground black pepper. Constantly stir the mixture for 1 to 2 minutes until all ingredients are incorporated. Turn off the heat.
- In a baking dish greased with butter, arrange the broccoli florets in a single layer. Evenly sprinkle the grated sharp cheddar on top and cover them with the milk mixture.
- Melt the remaining half of the butter in a skillet over medium heat, add bread crumbs. Cook and stir for 2 minutes until the bread crumbs become golden brown. Turn off the heat, and add the bread crumbs to the gratin.
- Bake the broccoli gratin for 20 minutes until it is golden brown and bubbly. Serve immediately.
Notes
- This recipe works well with either fresh or frozen broccoli.
- Blanching or steaming the broccoli florets before baking them with other ingredients helps to shorten the cooking time.
- Do not overcook the broccoli florets. The broccoli should remain slightly crisp as it will continue to cook in the oven. Blanch the broccoli florets in boiling water for 2-3 minutes or steam for 3-4 minutes for the best result.
- If you're adding cheese to your gratin, choose a good-quality cheese and grate it yourself. Sharp cheddar, Gruyère, or Parmesan work well for added flavor.
Hi Bee,
Thank you for this quick, simple jammed pack with flavour recipe .
I did not have the prescribed cheese on hand so I used Gorgonzola ,
worked out fine……just omitted the nutmeg !
A quick impressive meal !
Lovely! Thank you for your comment.
Absolutely Fab dish and sooo easy to prepare!!! I made it as a side dish for dinner with friends. They loved it and so did I.
Wonderful! So glad to hear it was a crowd favourite. Thank you for your comment.