🌸CHEESY BEEF & BROCCOLI CASSEROLE🌸
This looks so mouthwatering!!! I love casseroles like this!!! One pan meal makes it so easy to serve!!!😋
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Ingredients
1½ Ibs ground beef
3 cups broccoli florets, lightly steamed
1 small onion, diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
Creamy Cheese Sauce:
4 oz cream cheese, softened
½ cup heavy cream
¼ cup Parmesan cheese, grated
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp onion powder
1 tsp Italian seasoning
½ tsp salt
½ tsp black pepper
Cheese Topping:
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
Instructions
1 Preheat oven: to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a casserole dish.
2 Cook beef mixture: In a skillet over medium heat, cook ground beef until browned. Add diced onion and cook for 3-4 minutes until softened. Stir in garlic and cook for 30 seconds.
Drain excess grease.
3 Prepare broccoli: Steam broccoli florets for 2-3 minutes until just tender.Drain well.
4 Make creamy sauce: In a bowl, whisk together cream cheese, heavy cream, Parmesan, garlic powder, onion powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper until smooth.
5 Assemble casserole: Spread cooked beef mixture evenly in the casserole dish. Add broccoli on top, then pour creamy sauce over everything.
6 Add cheese topping: Sprinkle cheddar and mozzarella evenly across the top.
7 Bake:golden. Bake uncovered for 25-30 minutes, until bubbly and
Serve: Let rest for 5 minutes before serving warm.
• Steam broccoli lightly so it stays firm after baking
• Add sliced mushrooms for extra flavor
• For extra richness, mix in cooked bacon bits
I recently tried making this cheesy beef and broccoli casserole and was pleasantly surprised at how easy and satisfying it turned out. The key is to lightly steam the broccoli first, which keeps it crisp and vibrant after baking. I also found that browning the ground beef with onions and garlic really builds a flavorful base for the casserole. For the creamy cheese sauce, whisking together softened cream cheese with heavy cream and Parmesan creates a rich yet smooth texture that complements the beef and broccoli perfectly. I like to add Italian seasoning and garlic powder as suggested because it adds a nice herbal aroma. When assembling the casserole, I spread the meat evenly, then layer the broccoli before pouring the sauce on top. Adding a blend of mozzarella and cheddar cheese as a topping gives it that irresistible bubbly and golden crust during baking. Letting it rest for a few minutes before serving helps the dish firm up slightly, making it easier to slice and serve. If you want to customize the recipe, I recommend tossing in sautéed mushrooms or cooked bacon bits for additional depth and richness. This casserole is not only delicious but also a convenient one-pan meal, making it ideal for busy weeknights or meal prep. Overall, this recipe is a crowd-pleaser that brings comfort and cheesy goodness without requiring complicated steps or ingredients.