Broccoli Cheese Bake

Name: Broccoli Cheese Bake
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 6 to 8 servings
Ingredients: 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

Rating: 4.28 stars

236 Ratings
176 Reviews
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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!

By Leslie A.

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Recipe Summary

prep:

15 mins

cook:

30 mins

total:

45 mins

Servings:

Yield:

6 to 8 servings

Nutrition Info

Ingredients

Original recipe yields 7 servings

The ingredient list now reflects the servings specified

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

Directions

Step 1

Preheat oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C).

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Step 2

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.
Step 3

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.
Step 4

Bake in preheated oven for 30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts

Per Serving:

441 calories; protein 23.3g; carbohydrates 15g; fat 33g; cholesterol 148.3mg; sodium 284.8mg. Full Nutrition

Reviews (176)

Most helpful positive review

chezmontgomery

02/14/2007

I love this recipe! I did make a few modifications. Instead of swiss cheese, I used authentic gruyere. I substituted a few shallots for the onion, and added 1 tsp. of nutmeg to the sauce. I found it slightly on the saucy side, as opposed to firm, so I think next time I will add another couple of eggs. However, the basic structure of the recipe is wonderful - it lends itself perfectly to any adaptation. I prepared it the night before and put it in the fridge, and took it out half an hour before I baked it. My guests absolutely raved over it - I served it with a brunch, but it would go well with any meal. Read More

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JUNEODELL

01/23/2003

Was slightly bland. If I were to ever make this again I would had a thin quiche crust to the bottom. The broccolli and cheese are a nice mix but something is missing... Read More

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(11)

236 Ratings

5 star values: 128
4 star values: 68
3 star values: 25
2 star values: 9
1 star values: 6

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chezmontgomery

02/14/2007

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LARALIZ

03/07/2003

Fantastic! I don't use canned soups in recipes when I can avoid it (too much sodium and can't stand those preservatives and such) so this is a PERFECT recipe that you can make the healthy way for your family! Delicious and easy, too! Read More

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Mary

12/23/2006

add garlic power and cheddar cheese instead of swiss. Read More

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MEEMEEBULUGA

04/06/2005

This was tasty. If you follow the directions you get a wonderful cream sauce. After baking it I found the texture of the cheesy mix to be a little like cottage cheese I think this could be avoided by letting the dish cool for a couple minutes before serving. Read More

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Laura L

09/10/2004

Excellent recipe!! I cut it in half and made it low-fat (used I Can't Believe It's Not Butter fat-free cheese & skim milk) and it was STILL delicious! Thanks so much! Read More

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Angel Evans

12/31/2003

Very good if you like swiss. I steamed the broc. in the microwave...worked out fine Scaled the recipe down to serve 4 and followed the recipe exactly. Very yummy! Read More

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GRETTAB

03/30/2003

The flavor was delicious especially with the swiss cheese. I used frozen flowerets to make it easier and everyone loved it. I will make this recipe again. Read More

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YAKIMICKI

12/18/2004

I really like to take this to carry-ins. It's relatively simple and people seem to love it. I use sharp cheddar cheese instead of swiss. I also mix it up the night before throw in frozen broccoli and bake it in the morning and it seems to come out fine. It sometimes takes longer to cook if the broccoli isn't thawed yet. Read More

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Karlea

10/12/2010

This was good. We had no leftovers.. I did cook 1 cup of rice in the rice cooker and added the rice in the dish. I also didn't use as much butter as it called for. I loved that this was made with no processed ingredients. I looked along time to find a broccoli bake with no fake cheese or canned soup. Bravo! Family enjoyed it. Oh I also added some garlic and skipped the eggs all together! My husband doesn't like eggs and after I got so far into the sauce it was thick enough that I thought if I added eggs he wouldn't like it. Read More

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JUNEODELL

01/23/2003

Was slightly bland. If I were to ever make this again I would had a thin quiche crust to the bottom. The broccolli and cheese are a nice mix but something is missing... Read More

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Broccoli Cheese Bake

Servings Per Recipe: 7
Calories: 440.6

% Daily Value *

protein: 47 %

carbohydrates: 5 %

dietary fiber: 12 %

sugars:

fat: 51 %

saturated fat: 102 %

cholesterol: 49 %

vitamin a iu: 35 %

niacin equivalents: 45 %

vitamin b6: 18 %

vitamin c: 157 %

folate: 21 %

calcium: 60 %

iron: 7 %

magnesium: 19 %

potassium: 14 %

sodium: 11 %

thiamin: 13 %

calories from fat:

*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

**Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-)Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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chezmontgomery

02/14/2007

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LARALIZ

03/07/2003

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Mary

12/23/2006

add garlic power and cheddar cheese instead of swiss.

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MEEMEEBULUGA

04/06/2005

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Laura L

09/10/2004

Excellent recipe!! I cut it in half and made it low-fat (used I Can't Believe It's Not Butter fat-free cheese & skim milk) and it was STILL delicious! Thanks so much!

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Angel Evans

12/31/2003

Very good if you like swiss. I steamed the broc. in the microwave...worked out fine Scaled the recipe down to serve 4 and followed the recipe exactly. Very yummy!

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GRETTAB

03/30/2003

The flavor was delicious especially with the swiss cheese. I used frozen flowerets to make it easier and everyone loved it. I will make this recipe again.

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YAKIMICKI

12/18/2004

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Karlea

10/12/2010

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JUNEODELL

01/23/2003

Was slightly bland. If I were to ever make this again I would had a thin quiche crust to the bottom. The broccolli and cheese are a nice mix but something is missing...

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(11)