Easy Family-Friendly Broccoli Gratin: Healthy, Budget Recipe for 4

As a home cook with years of experience feeding busy families, I've perfected this creamy broccoli gratin. It's nutritious, simple, and ideal for weeknight dinners packed with vitamins, fiber, and minerals from fresh broccoli—all while keeping calories low.

Ingredients for 4 People

• 1 kg broccoli
• 100g grated cheese
• 50g flour
• 30g butter
• 50cl milk
• 1 pinch nutmeg
• Salt and pepper

Step-by-Step Instructions

Preparation: 20 min - Cooking: 20 min

1. Cut the broccoli into florets.
2. Cook for 10 minutes in boiling salted water, then drain.
3. Preheat oven to 200°C.
4. Melt butter in a saucepan.
5. Off heat, stir in flour, then gradually add milk, mixing well.
6. Season with salt, pepper, and nutmeg.
7. Return to low heat, cook 5 minutes stirring constantly.
8. Butter a gratin dish, add broccoli, pour over sauce.
9. Sprinkle with grated cheese.
10. Bake 20 minutes.

Result

Your golden broccoli gratin is ready! Switch to grill for extra browning and serve hot.

Bonus Tip

For a heartier meal, mix in bacon bits or diced ham—a complete, balanced dish the whole family loves.

A Very Economical Cost

- 1 kg broccoli: €3.60

- 100g grated cheese: €6.74/kg, i.e. €0.67

- 50g flour: €0.95/kg, i.e. €0.05

Total: a delicious, nutritious gratin at €1.08 per person or €4.32 for 4.

Your Turn

Hard to beat! Do you make gratins for your family? Share your favorite recipes in the comments.