Potato Broccoli Casserole

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

2. 2

   Wash and chop the broccoli into bite-sized florets. Peel and slice the potatoes into thin rounds.

3. 3

   Bring a pot of salted water to a boil. Add the broccoli florets and blanch for 2 minutes. Remove with a slotted spoon and set aside.

4. 4

   In the same boiling water, add the potato slices and cook until just tender, about 5-7 minutes. Drain and set aside.

5. 5

   In a bowl, whisk together the egg, milk or cream, salt, and pepper.

6. 6

   Grease a casserole dish with some of the butter. Layer half of the potatoes at the bottom of the dish.

7. 7

   Spread the blanched broccoli over the potatoes and sprinkle with half of the cheese.

8. 8

   Add the remaining potato slices on top of the broccoli and cheese layers.

9. 9

   Pour the egg and milk mixture evenly over the layered vegetables.

10. 10

    Sprinkle the remaining cheese on top, followed by the breadcrumbs. Dot the top with small pieces of the remaining butter and sprinkle with paprika if desired.

11. 11

    Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the casserole is heated through.

12. 12

    Remove from the oven and let it sit for a few minutes before serving.