Potato Broccoli Casserole (Printable Version)

Creamy potatoes and broccoli baked with cheese and a rich buttery sauce in a comforting dish.

# What You'll Need:

→ Dairy

01 - 5 tablespoons unsalted butter softened to room temperature, divided
02 - 4 ounces cream cheese softened to room temperature
03 - ½ cup half & half
04 - 1 ½ cups full-fat sour cream
05 - 1 ½ cups shredded Colby-Jack cheese

→ Produce

06 - 2½ pounds russet potatoes peeled (approximately 5–6 medium potatoes)
07 - 4 cups fresh broccoli florets cut into bite-sized pieces (from 1 large head)

→ Spices & Seasonings

08 - 2 teaspoons seasoned salt
09 - ½ teaspoon black pepper

# Step-by-Step Guide:

01 - Preheat oven to 375°F. Butter a 9x13 inch baking dish using 1 tablespoon of unsalted butter. Set aside.
02 - Melt remaining 4 tablespoons butter in a small saucepan over medium heat. Add cream cheese, seasoned salt, and black pepper. Whisk continuously until smooth and no lumps remain.
03 - Whisk in half & half until fully combined and the sauce thickens. Remove from heat and let cool before combining with potatoes.
04 - Place peeled potatoes in a large pot and cover with water by 2 inches. Bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce to medium and cook until potatoes are tender but not falling apart, about 15-25 minutes depending on size.
05 - Add broccoli florets to boiling potatoes during last 2 minutes of cooking. Remove broccoli with a slotted spoon and set aside to retain bright color and slightly cook.
06 - Drain potatoes in a colander and allow to cool slightly until manageable. Roughly chop into bite-sized pieces and return to the pot to let excess moisture evaporate.
07 - Add cooled cheese sauce and sour cream to the chopped potatoes. Stir gently to coat evenly.
08 - Gently fold broccoli florets into the potato mixture. Transfer everything evenly into the prepared baking dish.
09 - Sprinkle shredded Colby-Jack cheese evenly over the casserole.
10 - Bake uncovered for 25-30 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and the sauce is bubbly.
11 - Allow casserole to cool on the counter for 5 minutes to let the sauce set before serving.

# Additional Notes:

01 - Par-cooking broccoli brightens its color and prevents overcooking in the oven.

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