Super Creamy Broccoli Cheese Casserole Recipe Is a High-Protein Dream Come True (8 Ingredients) by Elisa Schmitz

What is it about broccoli cheese casseroles that we just can't get enough of? Creamy broccoli cheese casserole recipes are family favorites because they're simply delicious. But they have the added bonus of being nutritious, too, thanks to all the health benefits of broccoli.

I recently made this six-ingredient broccoli cheese casserole pie recipe that was a slice of broccoli cheese heaven. It was so good that I followed it up with this cheesy cauliflower pie recipe that was so amazing, it will leave you speechless. Those recipes inspired me to try making a crustless version.

Photo credit (all photos): Elisa Schmitz

The result? One word: WOW. This super creamy broccoli cheese casserole recipe is a broccoli-cheese lover's dream come true. It's every bit as delicious as the broccoli cheese pie and the cheesy cauliflower pie – without the pie crust. This is helpful if you're watching your carbs or calories, as many of us are these days.

Here's your short shopping list for this amazing vegetarian dinner recipe: lots of fresh broccoli, heavy whipping cream, eggs, low-fat ricotta cheese, cheddar cheese, Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, turmeric (read about the health benefits of turmeric) and paprika. The ingredients are incorporated then poured into a casserole dish. You bake the casserole until it's golden on the outside, and solid but creamy on the inside.

You can serve this gluten-free casserole recipe as a vegetable side dish or as a vegetarian main course for dinner. It's similar to a crustless quiche (but even creamier), so it works just as well for brunch or lunch. Enjoy the cheesy goodness!

Cuisine: American
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 35 minutes (ovens vary)
Total Time: 45 minutes
Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 8 cups fresh broccoli, chopped
• 1 1/3 cups heavy whipping cream
• 5 eggs
• 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
• 1 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1/2 teaspoon turmeric

Here's how to make it:

1. Put chopped broccoli in a microwave-safe bowl.
   
2. Cover with a wet paper towel. To steam the broccoli, microwave it for about 8 minutes, or until crisp-tender.
   
3. In a large mixing bowl, add the heavy cream, eggs, cheeses and seasonings. Season with salt and pepper, to taste. Mix to combine. (If you don't have heavy whipping cream, you can use half and half.)
   
4. Add the steamed broccoli to the mixture and stir until thoroughly incorporated.
   
5. Pour the mixture into a 13x9-inch casserole dish that's been sprayed with cooking spray.
   
6. Bake in a preheated 375-degree F oven for 35 minutes or until golden and firm.
   
7. Remove from oven and allow to cool for at least 10 minutes before serving. This recipe can be frozen for up to three months. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days and reheat in the microwave or oven.
   

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