Cheesy Broccoli and Cauliflower Casserole with Breadcrumb Topping

Broccoli and cauliflower casserole with three cheeses, a crunchy breadcrumb topping, and a creamy, flavorful sauce. It's a comforting and versatile dish that's perfect for a weeknight dinner or a special occasion.

This casserole is a spin-off of the classic broccoli and cheese casserole, but with the addition of cauliflower and three cheeses. It's a dish that my grandmother used to make for me when I was a child, and it's one that I still love to this day. The first time I made this casserole, I used a recipe that I found online. But I wasn't happy with the results. The sauce was too thin, the topping was too soggy, and the casserole was overall bland. So I decided to experiment with the recipe until I came up with one that I loved. The key to a great broccoli and cauliflower casserole is to use a combination of cheeses that melt well and have a lot of flavor. I like to use a combination of cheddar, Gruyère, and Parmesan cheeses. The cheddar cheese gives the casserole a sharp flavor, the Gruyère cheese gives it a nutty flavor, and the Parmesan cheese gives it a salty flavor. The breadcrumb topping is also important. I like to use a combination of panko breadcrumbs and grated Parmesan cheese. The panko breadcrumbs give the topping a crunchy texture, and the Parmesan cheese gives it a cheesy flavor. This casserole is a great way to use up leftover broccoli and cauliflower. It's also a great dish to make ahead of time. You can make the casserole up to 2 days in advance, and then reheat it when you're ready to serve.

Prep time: 20 | Cook time: 20 | Serves: 4

Ingredients

• One head of broccoli, cut into florets
• One head of cauliflower, cut into florets
• One onion, chopped
• 2 cloves of garlic, minced
• 1/2 cup of all-purpose flour
• 3 cups of milk
• 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese
• 1/2 cup of bread crumbs

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. In a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat, sauté the onion and garlic in a little bit of oil until softened.
3. Add the broccoli and cauliflower to the pot and cook until they begin to soften, about 5 minutes.
4. Stir in the flour and cook for 1 minute.
5. Gradually whisk in the milk until the sauce is smooth.
6. Bring the sauce to a simmer and cook until thickened, about 5 minutes.
7. Stir in the cheddar cheese until melted.
8. Transfer the mixture to a 9x13 inch baking dish.
9. In a small bowl, combine the bread crumbs and a little bit of melted butter.
10. Sprinkle the bread crumb topping over the casserole.
11. Bake for 20 minutes, or until the casserole is bubbly and the topping is golden brown.

Why It Works

• The combination of broccoli and cauliflower gives the casserole a variety of textures and flavors.
• The three cheeses melt together to create a creamy, flavorful sauce.
• The breadcrumb topping adds a crunchy texture to the casserole.
• The casserole is easy to make and can be made ahead of time.