This Creamy Potato Broccoli Casserole is one of my favorite ways to serve veggies, and it’s the simplest, too. Creamy white sauce blankets layers of hearty potatoes and tender broccoli florets, creating a rich and satisfying side dish that pairs well with just about any main course. My kids love it – and I hope your kids will feel the same.
Here are a few tips for best results: Skip the pre-shredded Parmesan and use freshly grated cheese instead. Although convenient, pre-shredded Parmesan is often dry and doesn’t melt quite as well. Grating fresh Parmesan cheese from a wedge is simple and yields the best flavor and texture. Creamy and starchy Idaho potatoes work well in this hearty dish, as do Yukon Gold potatoes.
To make the Creamy Potato Broccoli Casserole, you will need the following ingredients:
Preheat the oven to 350 ˚F.
Boil 4 medium potatoes in salted water until tender but still firm. Remove and let cool. Once cool enough to handle, cut the potatoes into ¼-inch slices.
To the same water, add 2 ¼ cups broccoli florets and cook for about 3-5 minutes until tender but not mushy. Drain the broccoli florets well.
In a medium saucepan over low heat, melt 3 tablespoons butter.
Whisk in 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour and a pinch of salt and continue whisking until smooth.
Slowly add in 2 ¾ cups milk and a dash of black pepper and continue whisking until it comes to a boil and is thickened. Remove from the heat and allow the sauce to cool slightly.
In an 8-inch square baking dish, spread a couple of tablespoons of the prepared white sauce on the bottom. Layer the potato slices over the sauce and add a sprinkle of oregano leaves. Top the potatoes with the white sauce, broccoli florets and a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese. Repeat layering with the remaining ingredients, ending with a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese on top.
Bake, uncovered, for about 30 minutes or until bubbly and golden brown on top. Remove from the oven and let cool for 5 minutes before serving.
Serve with protein of choice. Enjoy!
This delicious Creamy Potato Broccoli Casserole is a winner when you need a hearty side dish that's easy to make and loved by all. Give this recipe a try, and please come back to leave a review. We love hearing from you!
Mate, this casserole is epic! Made it for wifey and the kids last night, they devoured it. Proper lush dish! Can't wait to whip it up again!
¡Wow! Este Cazuela de Papa y Brócoli es un hit en mi casa. La hice para la comida familiar y mis peques se chupan los dedos. Super fácil y muy rica, la crema la hace más sabrosa. Usé queso fresco y quedo brutal. Definitivamente lo repito, gracias!!
¡Súper delicioso y fácil! Hice este platillo para una cena y mis hijos no dejaron nada en el plato. La combinación de papas y brócoli es perfecta. ¡Gran receta!
Yummy dish! Kids loved it!
Absolutely love it!
Yummmm!
I just made the Creamy Potato Broccoli Casserole for a family dinner, and it was a hit! My kids devoured it and asked for seconds. So simple to make and delish! Perfect side for my roast chicken.
This Creamy Potato Broccoli Casserole is just awesome! Made it for my fam and they devoured it. The fresh cheese is key – makes it so much creamier. My kids couldn't get enough and even asked for seconds. Proud moment!
