BROCCOLI AU GRATIN

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Provided by Pierre Franey

Categories     side dish

Time 1h

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 or 2 heads very green, unblemished broccoli, about 1 1/4 pounds
Salt to taste if desired
2 tablespoons butter at room temperature
3 eggs
1 cup milk
1/2 cup heavy cream
Freshly ground pepper to taste
1/8 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg
Pinch of cayenne

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees.
  • Carefully cut broccoli tops into large, bite-size flowerets. Make a small incision in the bottom of each piece to facilitate cooking. Peel stems and cut into bite-size pieces. There should be about 6 cups.
  • Bring enough water to a boil to cover the pieces when added. Add salt, if desired. Add broccoli and cook, uncovered, 6 minutes. Drain.
  • With the butter, grease the inside of a 6-cup souffle dish. Put broccoli pieces in dish in one neat layer.
  • In a mixing bowl beat eggs well. Blend in milk, cream, pepper, nutmeg, cayenne and salt, if desired. Pour this over broccoli.
  • Set dish in a larger baking pan that can also be used on top of stove and pour boiling water around it. Bring to a boil and let simmer 5 minutes on top of stove. Place dish in its water bath in oven and bake 30 minutes or until custard is set.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 318, UnsaturatedFat 8 grams, Carbohydrate 20 grams, Fat 23 grams, Fiber 6 grams, Protein 13 grams, SaturatedFat 13 grams, Sodium 836 milligrams, Sugar 8 grams, TransFat 0 grams

hussain dose
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This is the best broccoli au gratin recipe I've ever tried.


Stephanie Faile
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This recipe is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.


Fann of shark puppets
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I'm always looking for new recipes for broccoli, and this one is a keeper!


Laxman Mukhiya
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover broccoli.


King Love
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I love this recipe! It's so versatile. I've made it with different types of cheese, and I've even added some chopped ham or bacon.


Al Tayba
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This recipe is perfect for a weeknight meal. It's quick and easy to make, and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


Mari
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I made this recipe for a potluck and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved it.


Rooh Ullah
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This recipe is a lifesaver! I'm always looking for new ways to cook broccoli and this one is a winner.


MD SURUJ JAMAN
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I'm so glad I found this recipe! It's now my go-to for broccoli au gratin.


Johir Bd
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This recipe is a great way to get kids to eat their vegetables!


Md Nayan Ali
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I'm not a big fan of broccoli, but this recipe changed my mind. The cheese sauce is amazing!


Alix Felix
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My husband and I really enjoyed this dish. It was easy to make and very delicious.


Ahetor Abigail
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This was so good! I will definitely be making it again.


Saul wangila
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This recipe is a keeper! I will definitely be making this again.


Hammad Hussain
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I made this dish for my family and they all loved it! The broccoli was cooked perfectly and the cheese sauce was creamy and flavorful.


Ashley Adamson
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This recipe was a hit at my dinner party! Everyone loved the cheesy, creamy sauce and the tender broccoli.


Ko Tun
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I'm not usually a fan of broccoli, but this dish was amazing! The cheese sauce was so creamy and flavorful, and the broccoli was cooked perfectly.


Sophiah Muriithi
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This was my first time making broccoli au gratin, and it turned out great! The recipe was easy to follow and the dish was delicious.


Donnie Grissom
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I've made broccoli au gratin before, but this recipe was by far the best. The addition of Gruyère cheese really took it to the next level.


Pac Vue Pro
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Broccoli au gratin is one of my favorite dishes, and this recipe did not disappoint! The cheese sauce was creamy and flavorful, and the broccoli was perfectly tender. I will definitely be making this again.


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