Elevate your vegetable game with our Baked Parmesan Broccoli recipe! Tender broccoli florets coated in a golden crust of Panacheeza and breadcrumbs, baked to perfection. This flavorful side dish is not only delicious but also nutritious, making it a crowd-pleaser for family dinners or holiday feasts. Say goodbye to bland veggies and hello to a dish bursting with flavor and crunch!
Serves 12
Ingredients
2 heads of broccoli, cut into florets
6 tablespoons dairy or non dairy butter, divided
1 small onion, finely chopped
2 garlic clove, minced
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
2 cups dairy or non-dairy milk
1 egg or egg substitute, beaten
1 cup Panacheeza cheese, divided
Salt and pepper to taste
3/4 cup seasoned bread crumbs
Directions
- Preheat the oven to 400°. Steam broccoli until tender (4-5 minutes) and place in baking dish.
- In a saucepan over medium heat, melt 4 tablespoons butter. Add onion; cook and stir until tender. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer.
- Stir in flour until blended; gradually add milk. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Add egg and stir for 1 minute. Remove from heat; stir in 1/2 cup Panacheeza, salt and pepper. Pour over broccoli.
- Combine 2 tablespoons butter, bread crumbs and 1/2 cup Panacheeza. Sprinkle overtop broccoli.
- Bake, uncovered, 15-18 minutes or until heated through.