Description
A rich, creamy, and comforting broccoli bake topped with a golden Panko crust, perfect for autumn gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups fresh broccoli florets
- 2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 cup Panko breadcrumbs
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F and grease a baking dish.
- Blanch broccoli for 2 minutes, drain well, and place in the dish.
- Melt butter in a pan, whisk in flour to create a roux.
- Stir in heavy cream until thickened, then add cheddar and garlic powder.
- Pour the cheese sauce over the broccoli and stir gently.
- Top with Panko breadcrumbs and bake for 20 minutes until golden.