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If you’re looking for a way to help your family eat more broccoli, this broccoli au gratin recipe is here to save the day! This recipe is like the green vegetable cousin to cheesy scalloped potatoes<\/a>. It may go without saying, but smothering veggies with a creamy sauce, melty cheese and crispy bread crumbs is a surefire way to get kids (or anyone still learning to love vegetables) to try them.<\/p>\n

Broccoli gratin starts with a simple flour-thickened sauce made on the stovetop. Fresh broccoli florets, a few pantry seasonings and shredded cheddar and Parmesan are mixed with the sauce and baked to bubbly perfection. It may sound indulgent, but the milk and cheeses used in gratin recipes are actually excellent sources of both protein and calcium.<\/p>\n

What does au gratin mean?<\/h2>\n

Au gratin is a French term that refers to baked dishes with grated cheese and a browned crust, typically made from bread crumbs. This broccoli au gratin recipe is topped with panko bread crumbs and shredded Parmesan, both of which brown in the oven to create an irresistibly crispy and golden crust.<\/p>\n

Ingredients for Broccoli Au Gratin<\/h2>\n