Side dishe for 8
Cheesy Broccoli Cauliflower Casserole
Broccoli and cauliflower bake in a creamy cheddar sauce under a crisp, buttery panko topping.
Typical price
$3.42for 4 servings
$0.85 per serving$3.42 for 4
Typical price: Salefork's estimate of an everyday US shelf price for each ingredient. Pick your city to price it from this week's ad.

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- 45 minstart to table
- Mediumdifficulty
- 8servings as written
- $typical cost tier
AmericanVegetarianKid-friendlyBudgetSide dishesCold-weather comfortWinter
What it costs
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| Ingredient | Amount | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Sandwich bread$2.49 each typical | a little | $0.12Typical price |
| Butter$0.40/oz typical | 2 oz | $0.80Typical price |
| Broccoli$1.99/lb typical | 0.75 lb | $1.49Typical price |
| Cauliflower$3.29 each typical | 0.5 | $1.92Typical price |
| Milk$0.04/oz typical | 8.5 oz | $0.34Typical price |
| Cream cheese$0.30/oz typical | 3 oz | $0.90Typical price |
| Cheddar and shredded cheese$0.30/oz typical | 4 oz | $1.20Typical price |
| Total for the servings shown | $6.84 | |
Pantry staples you likely have
FlourMustard, mayo, ketchupSalt and pepperDried spices (cumin, paprika, chili powder, oregano)
Not included in the cost.
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup panko bread crumbs
- 4 tbsp butter
- 4 cups broccoli florets
- 4 cups cauliflower florets
- 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 1 cup milk
- 3 oz cream cheese
- 1/2 tsp dry mustard powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1/4 tsp garlic powder
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
Steps
- Heat the oven to 375 F.
- Steam the broccoli and cauliflower with 1 inch of water in a covered large skillet for 6 minutes, then drain.
- Melt 2 tablespoons butter in a medium saucepan, whisk in the flour, and cook for 1 minute.
- Whisk in the milk, cream cheese, mustard, salt, pepper, and garlic powder, then simmer for 5 minutes until thick.
- Stir the vegetables and cheddar into the sauce, then spread them in a greased 9-by-13-inch baking dish.
- Melt the remaining butter, mix it with the panko, sprinkle it over the casserole, and bake for 20 minutes.
Swaps
- Cheddar and shredded cheese for Mozzarellaabout the same price
- Milk for Almond, soy or oat milkabout $0.01/oz more at typical prices
- Butter for Margarine and vegan butterabout $0.15/oz less at typical prices
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