Best 2 Creamy Cheddar Broccoli Recipes

Indulge in a culinary delight with our creamy cheddar broccoli, a dish that harmonizes the flavors of tender broccoli florets, a luscious cheddar cheese sauce, and a crispy breadcrumb topping. This recipe offers a delightful balance of textures and flavors, making it a perfect side dish or a light main course. Additionally, discover variations of this classic dish, including a vegan version with a creamy cashew sauce, a gluten-free option with almond flour breadcrumbs, and a spicy rendition with a kick of chili peppers. With step-by-step instructions and detailed ingredient lists, this article caters to all dietary preferences and cooking skills, ensuring a successful and enjoyable culinary experience.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

CREAMY CHEDDAR BROCCOLI

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In Wyoming, Minnesota, Amanda Anderson dresses up broccoli with this savory, ranch-flavored cheese sauce.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Side Dishes

Time 15m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

Ingredients

3 cups fresh broccoli florets
2 tablespoons water
3 tablespoons cream cheese, softened
2 tablespoons 2% milk
1-1/2 teaspoons ranch salad dressing mix
2 tablespoons shredded cheddar cheese

Steps:

Place the broccoli and water in a 1-qt. microwave-safe dish. Cover and microwave on high for 3 minutes or until crisp-tender. In a small bowl, combine the cream cheese, milk and ranch dressing mix. , Drain broccoli; return to dish. Top with cream cheese mixture; sprinkle with cheddar cheese. Cover and microwave at 50% power for 2-3 minutes or until heated through and cheese is melted.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 115 calories, Fat 6g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 17mg cholesterol, Sodium 387mg sodium, Carbohydrate 10g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 8g protein.

CREAMY BROCCOLI CHEDDAR SOUP

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This one is my family's favorite! Nothing beats a great comforting soup to warm you on those cold winter days - Try it and your family will agree. Serve as an appetizer before a meal, or make it the main fare served with a salad and crusty baked bread!

Provided by sue bronner

Categories Cream Soups

Time 45m

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

1 bunch broccoli florets
1 small white onion, finely chopped
3 Tbsp butter
3 Tbsp all purpose flour
1 1/2 c chicken stock (sub veggie stock)
1 c heavy whipping cream
3/4 c shredded cheddar cheese or 1 10oz canned cheese
1 c shredded white cheddar cheese
1 tsp cayenne pepper
1-2 pinch salt and pepper to taste
1/2 c chopped green onion as garnish

Steps:

1. Prep: Cut the head of broccoli into very small florets and discard the stems; finely chop the small white onion
2. Over medium-high heat in a dutch oven or pot, melt the butter and saute the onions about 3-5 minutes until softened. Add the flour and wisk until incorporated. Add stock and cook for 5 minutes. Add the cream, broccoli florets, cheese(s) and seasonings, salt and pepper to taste then simmer on low for 30 minutes.
3. Serve hot garnished with chopped green onions and additional shredded cheese if desired.

Tips:

For a smoother sauce, blend the broccoli and cheddar soup with an immersion blender before adding it to the casserole.
To add a bit of crunch, top the casserole with crushed Ritz crackers or bread crumbs before baking.
If you don't have broccoli florets on hand, you can use frozen broccoli instead. Just be sure to thaw it before adding it to the casserole.
To make the casserole ahead of time, assemble it and refrigerate it overnight. Then, bake it the next day.
Serve the casserole with a side of your favorite salad or roasted vegetables.

Conclusion:

This creamy cheddar broccoli casserole is a delicious and easy side dish that is perfect for any occasion. It is cheesy, creamy, and packed with broccoli. It is also very versatile and can be easily customized to your liking. So next time you are looking for a side dish that is sure to please everyone, give this creamy cheddar broccoli casserole a try.