Better Broccoli Casserole

6 to 8 servings

1 hr 20 min

A cheesy quinoa and roasted broccoli casserole topped with garlic breadcrumbs and baked until golden.

prepPreheat oven to 400°F / 200°C
prepLine a large rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper
prepRinse quinoa in a mesh sieve for 1 minute and drain
475 ml vegetable broth or water	Simmer quinoa 17–20 min, cover & steam 10 min	Reduce oven to 350°F / 175°C; stir seasoning, milk & cheese into quinoa	Pour into 9-inch dish, mix in broccoli, top with reserved cheese & breadcrumbs	Bake 350°F / 175°C, 25 min until golden, cool 10 min
185 g quinoa (any color), rinsed and drained
240 ml low-fat milk
155 g freshly grated cheddar cheese (for the casserole)
85 g freshly grated cheddar cheese (reserved for topping)
450 g broccoli florets	Toss broccoli with oil & seasoning, bake 400°F / 200°C, 20 min
30 ml olive oil
3/4 teaspoon salt, 10 twists freshly ground black pepper, 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (omit if sensitive to spice)
1 slice whole wheat bread	Pulse bread to crumbs, cook with butter & garlic 2–3 min until crisp
7 g butter or 1 1/2 teaspoons olive oil
1 clove garlic, pressed or minced

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