I will take this to Thanksgiving, Christmas, Easter, and other family holidays in place of a green bean casserole. Even though green bean casserole is a classic favorite, everyone really enjoys something a little different once in a while. This provides a big flavor, but you are still getting in the vegetable-type side dish that you are looking for. There’s nothing wrong with switching things up once in a while. Keep life interesting! Check out what they are saying about this recipe over at The Pioneer Woman:
“This sounds very good! It is one of those “beautifully simple” dishes..which I love!!”
This makes a beautiful presentation, but you don’t have to spend hours in the kitchen to get there.
Ingredients
1 head (large) Broccoli
1 head Cauliflower
6 Tablespoons Land O’ Lakes Butter
1/2 whole Medium Onion, Diced
2 cloves Garlic, Minced
1/4 cup Gold Medal Flour
2-1/2 cups Low Sodium Swanson Chicken Broth
4 ounces, weight Cream Cheese, Room Temperature
1/4 teaspoon Salt
1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper
1/4 teaspoon Seasoned Salt, More To Taste
1/4 teaspoon Paprika
1-1/2 cup Grated Monterey Jack Cheese, More To Taste
1 Tablespoon Butter
1/3 cup Seasoned Breadcrumbs
Instructions
Break the broccoli and cauliflower into small florets, cutting off the thick stalks as you go. Steam them for 3 to 4 minutes until the broccoli is bright green, then remove them from the heat. Set aside.
In a large skillet, melt the 6 tablespoons of butter and saute the onion and garlic until the onion starts to turn translucent, about 3-4 minutes. Sprinkle the flour over the top, whisk to combine, and cook for another 45 seconds. Pour in broth, whisking constantly, then cook until the sauce thickens. Reduce the heat to low and add the softened cream cheese, salt, pepper, seasoned salt, and paprika. Stir to combine until the sauce is nice and smooth. Taste and adjust seasonings, making sure it’s nice and flavorful! Keep warm.
In a small bowl, stir together the breadcrumbs and melted butter. Set aside.
Layer half the broccoli and cauliflower in a small casserole dish. Pour on half the cream sauce, then sprinkle on half the cheese. Sprinkle a little paprika on the cheese, then repeat with another layer of broccoli, sauce, and cheese.
End with a sprinkling of breadcrumbs. Bake in a 375 degree oven for 25-30 minutes, until cheese is melted and bubbly and the breadcrumbs are golden brown. Serve warm.
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Quick Tip: Bread crumbs are optional. Leaving them off creates a lower calorie dish.
Thanks again to The Pioneer Woman for this tantalizing side dish recipe.
