Description
This Broccoli Cheddar Squash Casserole is a comforting and flavorful dish that’s perfect for any occasion. It combines tender broccoli and sweet squash with a rich, cheesy cheddar sauce, making it a crowd-pleasing favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups broccoli florets, blanched
- 2 cups cubed yellow squash
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1/4 cup breadcrumbs
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Whisk in flour and cook for 1 minute.
- Gradually whisk in milk, stirring until the sauce thickens.
- Stir in cheddar cheese until melted and smooth. Season with salt and pepper.
- In a baking dish, combine broccoli florets and squash.
- Pour the cheese sauce over the broccoli and squash.
- Top with breadcrumbs.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until bubbly and golden brown.
Notes
- You can use frozen broccoli if fresh is not available. Thaw and drain it well before using.
- Feel free to add other vegetables like carrots or cauliflower.
- For a little extra crunch, you can add chopped nuts to the breadcrumb topping.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Dish/Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0.5g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 40mg