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Creamy Potato Broccoli Casserole

Creamy Potato Broccoli Casserole

This fast and easy Creamy Potato Broccoli Casserole is the perfect side dish that will become a family favourite.
Prep Time 40 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Course Side Dish
Cuisine American/Italian
Servings 6 servings
Calories 277 kcal

Equipment

  • medium pot
  • 8 inch (20cm) square baking dish

Ingredients
  

Potatoes and Broccoli

  • 4 medium potatoes peeled
  • cups broccoli florets
  • cup Parmesan cheese freshly grated
  • 2-3 sprigs oregano or thyme

White Sauce

  • cups milk
  • 3 tablespoons butter
  • 3 tablespoons flour
  • 1-2 pinches salt *If using unsalted butter, add a bit more salt.
  • 1-2 dashes black pepper

Instructions
 

Preparation Steps

  • Pre-heat oven to 350F/180C.
  • Boil the potatoes in salted water until tender but firm, remove to cool, then cut into ¼ inch slices, in the same water add the broccoli florets and cook approximately 3-5 minutes, they should be tender but not mushy. Drain well. While potatoes are cooling, make the white sauce.
  • In a medium pot over low heat melt butter, whisk in flour and salt, continue whisking until smooth. Slowly add the milk and continue whisking constantly until thickened and starts to boil. Remove from heat. Let cool slightly.
  • In an 8 inch (20cm) square baking dish, spread a couple of spoonfuls of white sauce on the bottom, making 3 layers, starting with the sliced potatoes, sprinkle of oregano, white sauce, broccoli florets (if too large cut into smaller pieces) and a sprinkle of parmesan cheese, continue for three layers.
  • Bake for approximately 30 minutes (test for doneness after 20 minutes). Let cool 5 minutes before serving. Enjoy!

Notes

It is best to use freshly grated parmesan cheese, as opposed to pre-shredded. The most common potato used are Russets (aka Idaho), however Yukon Gold and Red potatoes can also be used. To store leftovers, cover the casserole dish with plastic wrap or transfer to an airtight container and keep in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Reheat in the oven at 350F/180C until warmed through or in the microwave until heated. You can also freeze leftovers. Cool completely then transfer to an airtight container. Freeze for up to 3 months, thaw in the refrigerator and then reheat. Texture may change slightly upon thawing but will still be delicious.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 277kcalCarbohydrates: 36gProtein: 10gFat: 11gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gTrans Fat: 0.2gCholesterol: 33mgSodium: 269mgPotassium: 900mgFiber: 4gSugar: 7gVitamin A: 632IUVitamin C: 58mgCalcium: 233mgIron: 2mg
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