American · Dinner
Broccoli Cheese Casserole (Keto)
A baked vegetarian casserole of tender broccoli florets bound in a rich sauce of heavy cream, cream cheese, and sharp cheddar. Nutmeg and garlic season the sauce, with a golden broiled cheese crust on top. Served hot as a low-carb side.
$4
15 minsPrep
30 minsCook
45 minsTotal
EasyLevel
Nutrition per serving
925Calories
45.3gProtein
76.4gFat
12.8gCarbs
4.2gSugar
5.2gFiber
1524mgSodium
233mgChol
47.7gSat Fat
715mgPotassium
762mgCalcium
1.2mgIron
1.8mcgVitamin B12
65mgVitamin C
vegetarian
gluten-free
low-carb
high-fiber
protein-rich
keto
Instructions
1
Prep
Heat oven to 375F (190C). Cut broccoli into even bite-sized florets and steam in a covered pan over medium heat for 4 minutes until bright green and tender, then drain well.
2
Simmer
Melt butter over medium-low heat for 1 minute, add garlic for 30 seconds, then whisk in heavy cream and cream cheese for 3 minutes until smooth and combined.
3
Build
Off heat, stir in nutmeg, salt, pepper, and half the cheddar, then fold in drained broccoli and transfer to a baking dish.
4
Bake
Scatter remaining cheddar over top and bake at 375F for 20 minutes until sauce bubbles at edges and crust turns golden.
5
Plate
Rest 5 minutes, then serve hot directly from the baking dish.
Serves
2 portions ·
2 adults, 0 over 10, 0 under 10
Ingredients
- 11 oz311g sharp cheddar cheese
- 13 oz371g broccoli florets
- 3 oz86g cream cheese
- 1/2 cup120ml heavy cream
- 2 clove2 clove garlic
- 2 tbsp2 tbsp butter
- 1/2 tsp1/2 tsp ground nutmeg
- 1/2 tsp1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp1/2 tsp black pepper
