One of the best nights of the week is when I can get out on a date-night with my spouse and enjoy a fabulous meal at a steakhouse. My Healthy Baked Potato Casserole with Broccoli brings my favorite steakhouse side home, and is filling enough to be a main course! I always order a baked potato on the side with my meal, so why not make a casserole out of it? Since you are emulating a steakhouse meal, turn this casserole into a lovely date night at home. Serve Healthy Baked Potato Casserole with Broccoli to the one you love, over candlelight and wine for two.
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What Are the Health Benefits to Potatoes and Broccoli?
The potato has waned in popularity with the Keto Diet being so popular, however potatoes are still delicious! They are naturally low in calories; for an entire medium-sized potato the calorie count is just over 100 calories. They contain tons of vitamins such as B6 and Vitamin C, as well as manganese and niacin. These vitamins and minerals ward off disease and keep your body running on healthy energy.
Broccoli is an excellent source of protein and fiber. It contains tons of different B vitamins, potassium, calcium, and magnesium. Broccoli has been renowned for its vast health benefits. Combining both potatoes and broccoli to make this lovely casserole has an exponential amount of health advantages. For more healthy casseroles, try my Healthy Cheeseburger Casserole with Macaroni.
Ingredients in Healthy Baked Potato Casserole with Broccoli
- Yukon Gold potatoes
- light sour cream
- skim milk
- black pepper
- salt
- garlic powder
- onion powder
- frozen broccoli florets
- reduced-fat sharp cheddar cheese
- reduced-fat mozzarella cheese
- green onions
How to Make Healthy Baked Potato Casserole with Broccoli
Begin by preheating the oven to 375°F. Wash the potatoes and dry them on a paper towel, then poke several holes in them with a fork. Wrap each potato in foil, and place them on a baking sheet in the oven for 40-60 minutes, or until fork-tender.
Lower the oven to 350°F and spray a 13×9-inch casserole with nonstick cooking spray, then set aside. When the potatoes are cool enough to touch, peel the skins off and discard the skins. Add the potato flesh to a large mixing bowl with the sour cream, milk, black pepper, salt, garlic powder and onion powder.
Mash with a potato masher to a smooth consistency, or beat with an electric mixer until smooth. Cook the frozen broccoli according to package directions. Spread the mashed potatoes evenly in the prepared casserole dish. Top the mashed potatoes with ½ cup of both cheeses, and half of the green onions.
Place the frozen broccoli on top of the cheese and green onion layer, then top the broccoli with the remaining ½ cup of both cheeses and the remaining green onions. Bake until heated through and the cheese is melted, 15-20 minutes.
Healthy Baked Potato Casserole with Broccoli
Ingredients
- 6 medium Yukon Gold potatoes
- 1 cup light sour cream
- 1/2 cup skim milk
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp garlic powder
- 1/4 tsp onion powder
- 2 10.8 oz bags frozen broccoli florets
- 1 cup shredded reduced-fat sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded reduced-fat mozzarella cheese
- 4 green onions, thinly sliced
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F. Wash the potatoes and dry them on a paper towel, then poke several holes in them with a fork.
- Wrap each potato in foil, and place them on a baking sheet in the oven for 40-60 minutes, or until fork-tender.
- Lower the oven to 350°F and spray a 13x9-inch casserole with nonstick cooking spray, then set aside.
- When the potatoes are cool enough to touch, peel the skins off and discard the skins.
- Add the potato flesh to a large mixing bowl with the sour cream, milk, black pepper, salt, garlic powder and onion powder.
- Mash with a potato masher to a smooth consistency, or beat with an electric mixer until smooth.
- Cook the frozen broccoli according to package directions.
- Spread the mashed potatoes evenly in the prepared casserole dish. Top the mashed potatoes with ½ cup of both cheeses, and half of the green onions.
- Place the frozen broccoli on top of the cheese and green onion layer, then top the broccoli with the remaining ½ cup of both cheeses and the remaining green onions.
- Bake until heated through and the cheese is melted, 15-20 minutes.
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