Cheesy Southern Broccoli Casserole

Diabetes-Friendly Comfort Food

Creamy, cheesy comfort food without the rice or crackers.

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Some vegetables are just meant to be covered in cheese.

Growing up, Southern casseroles had a way of turning simple ingredients into something everyone looked forward to at the dinner table.

When you are managing Type 2 diabetes, traditional casseroles can sometimes be tricky because many are made with rice, pasta, crackers, or other ingredients that may not fit your goals.

This Cheesy Southern Broccoli Casserole keeps the comfort while skipping the extras. It is creamy, cheesy, and full of flavor — the kind of side dish that still feels like home.

So grab a spoon, pull up a chair, and enjoy a little Southern comfort.

Ingredients

• 6 cups broccoli florets (fresh or frozen)
• 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
• 1 (8 oz) block cream cheese, softened
• ½ cup heavy whipping cream
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• ½ teaspoon onion powder
• Salt and pepper to taste
• ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional topping)

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 350°F.
2. Cook broccoli until tender. Drain well to prevent a watery casserole.
3. In a saucepan, melt butter and soften cream cheese with heavy cream until smooth.
4. Add garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
5. Stir in cheddar cheese until melted and creamy.
6. Fold the cheese mixture into the broccoli.
7. Place mixture into a greased casserole dish.
8. Top with Parmesan cheese if desired.
9. Bake 20–25 minutes until bubbly and golden.

Front Porch Tips

• Drain broccoli well — this is the secret to a creamy casserole.
• Frozen broccoli works beautifully and saves time.
• Add a sprinkle of smoked paprika for extra Southern flavor.
• This recipe reheats wonderfully, making it great for meal prep.

Serve It With...

• Southern Bacon Cheeseburger Casserole
• Southern Fried Chicken
• Garlic Butter Baked Pork Chops
• Roasted Chicken
• Southern Green Beans with Bacon

Nutrition Facts (Estimated Per Serving)

Calories	Approximately 220
Protein	Approximately 9g
Total Carbohydrates	Approximately 7g
Fiber	Approximately 3g
Net Carbs	Approximately 4g

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