creamy broccoli gratin

Name: Creamy Broccoli Gratin
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 15 min
Yield: 6
Cuisine: Southern
Ingredients: 2 large head broccoli, about 3 lbs, trimmed and cut into florets, about 10 cups, or 2 large bags of frozen broccoli florets, thawed.; 1/2 cup(s) butter (1 stick); 1 medium red bell pepper, cut into thin strips; 1 small onion, diced (1/2 c); 1/4 cup(s) flour; 2 cup(s) light cream or half and half; 1 teaspoon(s) salt; 1/2 teaspoon(s) black pepper; 1 1/2 cup(s) grated cheese - i use mexi-mix; 1/2 cup(s) grated cheese for the top

26 Pinches

April Box

Houston, TX

Updated on Apr 3, 2015

I found this recipe at least 15 years ago. My family and friends have always loved it. I used to do the broccoli from scratch, but recently started using frozen broccoli. It tastes the same. This is a great holiday side. The red pepper is what makes this dish...and the scratch sauce. Use a whisk for the sauce, it makes it very smooth and creamy. I usually use half and half, but the cream makes it go over the moon. Enjoy.

Rate

No Image

prep time 30 Min

cook time 15 Min

method Bake

yield 6 - 8

Ingredients

2 large head broccoli, about 3 lbs, trimmed and cut into florets, about 10 cups, or 2 large bags of frozen broccoli florets, thawed.
1/2 cup butter (1 stick)
1 medium red bell pepper, cut into thin strips
1 small onion, diced (1/2 c)
1/4 cup flour
2 cups light cream or half and half
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1 1/2 cups grated cheese - i use mexi-mix
1/2 cup grated cheese for the top

How To Make creamy broccoli gratin

Step 1

Heat oven to 350 degrees. Butter a 9 x 13 baking dish. Bring 3 quarts of water to a boil. Cook broccoli 3 - 5 min or just till tender crisp, or set frozen broccoli in a colander and run water to thaw. Drain and place in large bowl.

Step 2

Melt butter in a 12" skillet over medium heat and cook onion and red pepper 3 min, stirring occasionally. until vegetables are crisp tender. Remove to broccoli bowl with a slotted spoon. Add flour to pan. Cook 1 - 2 minutes, until blended. Gradually stir in cream or half & half. Cook and stir till mixture thickens and comes to a boil, about 2 min. Remove from heat and add 1 1/2 cups cheese and salt/pepper. Pour over vegetables and toss to coat well. Spoon mixture into prepared baking dish. Top with 1/2 cup of cheese.
Step 3

Bake 15 - 20 minutes until mixture is hot and bubbly. Makes 6 - 8 servings.
Last Step: Don't forget to share! Post a picture of your finished recipe here and on your favorite social network. Don't forget to tag Just A Pinch and include #justapinchrecipes!

Discover More

Comment & Reviews

Just A Pinch Sweepstakes