Best 4 Broccoli Au Gratin Simple And Easy Recipes

**Broccoli au Gratin: A Classic Side Dish with a Twist**

Broccoli au Gratin is a delightful and versatile side dish that combines the goodness of broccoli with a rich and creamy cheese sauce. It is a classic French dish that has gained popularity worldwide due to its simple yet flavorful ingredients. This article presents two variations of Broccoli au Gratin: the traditional recipe and a healthier version using Greek yogurt. Both recipes offer a delectable combination of textures and flavors, making them perfect accompaniments to various main courses. Whether you're looking for a comforting side dish for a special occasion or a nutritious addition to your everyday meals, these Broccoli au Gratin recipes are sure to impress.

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TRADITIONAL FRENCH BROCCOLI GRATIN RECIPE

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This broccoli gratin recipe features sage with its traditional cheese and broccoli and is a versatile side dish that fits in well with many menus.

Provided by Rebecca Franklin

Categories Side Dish Dinner

Time 40m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

1 small onion, finely chopped
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
3/4 teaspoon kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
1/4 teaspoon dried sage
1 1/2 cups whole milk
2 pounds broccoli, chopped
1 1/2 cups shredded Cantal cheese (or cheddar)
3 tablespoons butter, melted
1 cup bread crumbs
1/4 cup Parmesan cheese

Steps:

Gather the ingredients.
Preheat oven to 375 F and butter a large gratin dish.
Sauté onion in olive oil for five minutes in a medium saucepan set over medium heat. Sprinkle flour over onions and continue sautéing mixture for 30 seconds. Add salt, pepper, sage, and milk to pan and stir constantly for 3 to 5 minutes until sauce thickens.
Stir broccoli and cheese into sauce, bring mixture to just a simmer, and turn out into buttered gratin dish.
Stir together melted butter, bread crumbs, and 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese, and sprinkle over gratin. Bake broccoli gratin for 15 to 20 minutes, until hot and bubbly, and bread crumbs have turned golden brown.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 387 kcal, Carbohydrate 31 g, Cholesterol 55 mg, Fiber 6 g, Protein 17 g, SaturatedFat 12 g, Sodium 698 mg, Sugar 7 g, Fat 23 g, ServingSize 1 casserole (4 to 6 servings), UnsaturatedFat 0 g

BROCCOLI AU GRATIN (SIMPLE AND EASY!)

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I think this one is also from Quick Cooking, not sure. Anyway, it is as easy as it is delicious. I do add salt and pepper, by the way. If you like, add 1 cup sliced fresh mushrooms cooked in 2 tbsp of butter. You can also add 1 cup cut up cooked ham. Instead of the broccoli you can use frozen asparagus, cut up and make ASPARGUS AU GRATIN instead. Same for coliflower.

Provided by EURrosa1

Categories Cheese

Time 20m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 4

Ingredients

1 (16 ounce) package frozen broccoli, chopped
1 (10 3/4 ounce) can condensed cream of chicken soup, undiluted
1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1/3 cup crushed butter flavored cracker

Steps:

Cook broccoli according to package directions and drain. Stir in soup and cheese. Transfer to greased 1 1/2 qt baking dish and sprinkle with crakers.
Bake uncovered at 350 F for 15-20 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 180.2, Fat 10.7, SaturatedFat 4.4, Cholesterol 20.9, Sodium 657.8, Carbohydrate 14.2, Fiber 3.5, Sugar 2.1, Protein 8.9

BROCCOLI GRATIN

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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories side-dish

Time 1h

Yield 4 to 6 side-dish servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

1/4 cup unsalted butter, plus more for the baking dish
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 1/2 cups whole milk
1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt, plus more as needed
Pinch freshly grated nutmeg
Freshly ground black pepper
2 pounds broccoli (about 4 heads), cut into small florets (about 8 cups)
1 cup grated sharp Cheddar (about 4 ounces)
1/2 cup fresh bread crumbs

Steps:

Place a rack in the middle of the oven and preheat to 450 degrees F. Butter an 8-by-8-by-2-inch baking dish or an 8-cup gratin dish.
Melt 3 tablespoons of the butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Whisk in the flour until smooth. Cook, stirring, for 1 minute. Add the milk, 1 1/2 teaspoons salt, and nutmeg and bring to a boil while whisking constantly. Lower the heat and simmer, stirring occasionally, until the white sauce is thickened, about 10 minutes. Season with pepper. Remove from the heat.
Meanwhile, bring about 1-inch of water to a boil in a large saucepan and set up a collapsible steamer on top. Put the broccoli in the steamer and season with salt. Cover, and steam until crisp-tender, about 5 minutes. Put the broccoli in the prepared dish, sprinkle with half of the cheese and pour on the sauce. Cover with the remaining cheese.
Melt the remaining 1 tablespoon butter in a medium skillet over medium-high heat. Add the bread crumbs and cook, stirring, until lightly browned, about 2 minutes. Cover the gratin with the bread crumbs. Bake until lightly browned and bubbly, about 20 minutes. Serve immediately.
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BROCCOLI GRATIN

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Made this last night for the first time... I think even people who hate broccoli will love this! So simple, I recommend trying any kind of veggie or cheese combo.

Provided by BethanyC

Categories Side Dish Vegetables Broccoli

Time 45m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

1 large head broccoli, cut into florets
6 tablespoons butter, divided
½ cup all-purpose flour
1 ½ cups milk
1 ½ cups shredded Cheddar cheese
½ teaspoon salt, or to taste
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
1 pinch garlic powder
1 pinch onion powder
2 slices stale bread

Steps:

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
Place a steamer insert into a saucepan and fill with water to just below the bottom of the steamer. Bring water to a boil. Add broccoli, cover, and steam until tender, 3 to 5 minutes.
Melt 5 tablespoons butter in a saucepan over medium-low heat. Add flour, stirring constantly to prevent browning. Slowly pour in milk, stirring constantly. Remove from heat; stir in Cheddar cheese, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder.
Drain broccoli and place in a casserole dish. Pour cheese sauce on top.
Bake in the preheated oven for about 15 minutes. Meanwhile, crush bread into crumbs. Saute in a skillet with the remaining 1 tablespoon butter until golden, 2 to 3 minutes.
Spread bread crumbs over the broccoli and continue baking until golden brown, about 5 minutes more.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 245.1 calories, Carbohydrate 14.6 g, Cholesterol 48.8 mg, Fat 17 g, Fiber 1.5 g, Protein 9.4 g, SaturatedFat 10.6 g, Sodium 413.8 mg, Sugar 3.3 g

Tips:

To make the broccoli au gratin extra cheesy, use a combination of grated Parmesan, cheddar, and Gruyère cheeses.
For a crispy topping, sprinkle some bread crumbs or crushed crackers on top of the casserole before baking. Alternatively, try panko breadcrumbs for a lighter, airier texture.
If you don't have heavy cream, you can substitute it with milk or half-and-half. However, the sauce may be slightly thinner.
To save time, you can use pre-cooked broccoli florets. Just be sure to steam or blanch them first to soften them.
For a vegetarian version of broccoli au gratin, omit the bacon. You can also add other vegetables, such as cauliflower, zucchini, or mushrooms.
Serve broccoli au gratin as a main course or side dish. It pairs well with roasted chicken, grilled salmon, or mashed potatoes.

Conclusion:

Broccoli au gratin is a classic dish that is easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser. With its creamy, cheesy sauce and tender-crisp broccoli florets, it's a perfect comfort food for any occasion. Whether you're serving it as a main course or a side dish, broccoli au gratin is sure to be a hit. So next time you're looking for a delicious and easy-to-make dish, give broccoli au gratin a try. You won't be disappointed!