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broccoli custard casserole with cheese in a baking dish

Broccoli Cheddar Pudding

Diana Rattray
Cheddar cheese and broccoli team up in this flavorful savory pudding. It's easy enough for an everyday meal and special enough for a holiday dinner.
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Servings 6 servings
Calories 167
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes

Ingredients
  

  • Butter for the baking dish
  • 1 ½ pounds broccoli crowns
  • 1 ½ cups shredded cheddar cheese
  • 3 large eggs
  • cup milk
  • ½ tsp fine salt
  • ¼ tsp black pepper
  • paprika

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Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 350°F and butter a 2-quart baking dish.
    Butter for the baking dish
  • Fill a bowl with ice and water and set aside.
  • Separate the broccoli into florets, keeping them as uniform in size as possible. Cook the florets in about 1 inch of boiling water in a covered saucepan for about 2 to 3 minutes, or until crisp-tender.
    1 1/2 pounds broccoli crowns
  • Using a slotted spoon, transfer the broccoli florets to the ice water to stop the cooking process.
  • Drain the florets thoroughly and pat them dry with paper towels. Transfer the well-drained florets to the baking dish. Add the shredded cheese and toss to blend.
    1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
  • In a bowl, whisk the eggs with the milk, salt, and pepper. Pour the mixture over the broccoli and cheese.
    3 large eggs | 2/3 cup milk | 1/2 tsp fine salt | 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • Place the baking dish in a larger pan. Fill the larger pan with about 1/2 inch of hot water.
  • Bake for 35 to 45 minutes, or until firm. Sprinkle with paprika.
    paprika

Nutrition

Calories: 167kcalCarbohydrates: 2gProtein: 11gFat: 13gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gTrans Fat: 0.01gCholesterol: 125mgSodium: 424mgPotassium: 98mgFiber: 0.02gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 462IUCalcium: 248mgIron: 0.5mg

Disclaimer:

Our nutritional information is based on a third-party application that analyzes the ingredients list to determine the values. The information is meant to be helpful, but should be considered an estimate. Values may differ depending on measurements, brands, serving variations, and database availability.

Keyword broccoli, broccoli casserole, cheddar cheese
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