Elegant Broccoli & Onion Au Gratin
Elevate your dining experience with this sophisticated dish featuring tender broccoli and flavorful onions, enveloped in a creamy Swiss cheese sauce and topped with a crispy breadcrumb crust. A harmonious blend of textures and flavors, this au gratin is sure to impress even the most discerning palate.
Ingredients
For the Au Gratin | |
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| 2 | tablespoons butter or margarine |
| 2 | tablespoons all-purpose flour |
| 1⁄2 | teaspoon salt |
| 1⁄4 | teaspoon rosemary, crushed |
| 1⁄4 | teaspoon pepper |
| 1 1⁄2 | cups milk |
| 1 | cup shredded Swiss cheese |
| 2 | cups broccoli florets |
| 1 | medium onion, cut into eighths |
| 2 | cups fresh breadcrumbs |
| 1⁄3 | cup butter or margarine, melted |
| 1⁄4 | cup chopped fresh parsley |
Instructions
For the Cheese Sauce | |
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| 1. | Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). |
| 2. | In a 1-quart saucepan, melt 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat. |
| 3. | Stir in flour, salt, crushed rosemary, and pepper. Cook, stirring constantly, until the mixture is smooth and bubbly (about 30 seconds). |
| 4. | Gradually stir in the milk and continue cooking, stirring occasionally, until the mixture thickens and comes to a full boil. |
| 5. | Boil for 1 minute, then remove from heat and stir in the shredded Swiss cheese until smooth. Set aside. |
Assembling and Baking | |
| 1. | In a greased shallow 1-quart casserole dish or a 9-inch square baking pan, place the broccoli florets and sliced onions. |
| 2. | Pour the prepared cheese sauce over the broccoli and onions. |
| 3. | In a small bowl, combine the fresh breadcrumbs, melted butter, and chopped parsley. Sprinkle this topping evenly over the broccoli mixture. |
| 4. | Bake for 25-35 minutes or until the top is golden brown and the broccoli is tender-crisp. |
Nutrients
The following values are based on a single serving of this recipe.
| Calories | 398.3 kcal |
| Protein | 13 g |
| Fat | 23.4 g |
| Carbohydrates | 34.9 g |
| Fiber | 2 g |
| Sugar | 3.3 g |
Published on Aug 10, 2024 by Luminița