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Creamy Cheesy Broccoli Mash with Bacon

1 December, 2018 by Stacey 33 Comments

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Creamy Cheesy Broccoli Mash with Bacon is a low-carb, keto gluten-free side dish and a most delicious way to serve broccoli. 

Sponsored By: Mahon Menorca Cheese

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Creamy Cheesy Broccoli Mash with Bacon is pureed broccoli that is made creamy and flavorful with Mahon Menorca Semi-Cured Cheese or Gouda Cheese, butter, garlic, spices and topped with a splash of cream,  a little more grated cheese, and bacon crumbles.

This lively-colored, rich and creamy vegetable mash is so comforting and unbelievably tasty that even my picky, broccoli-hating, teen son ate this and declared it the only way to eat broccoli!

When I first served it to my son he scrunched up his face and said: “This is so green and I don’t like broccoli, mom!”

But I was determined to get him, to try it, so I said: “I need an honest opinion from someone I know is blunt and unfiltered”.

He tried it and said “ Wow, mom you hit that out of the park! You actually made broccoli taste good.”

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I used Mahon Menorca Semi-Cured Cheese in this dish because of its outstanding flavor and texture.

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Mahon Menorca Cheese is  available in 3 delicious varieties:

  1. Tender: A soft, yellowish-white colored cheese with very little crust. Soft and creamy texture with a milky buttery flavor and an acidulous touch. ( 21- 60 days).
  2. Semi-Cured:  A firm but easy to cut cheese with an ivory color and an orange crust. It has a milky tasty and more developed flavors with a buttery nutty taste. (2-5 months).
  3. Cured: A firm, hard, mature cheese that has a very developed flavor, aroma, and a complex intense aftertaste. Hints of old wood, tanned leather, or a wine cellar. A treat for cheese connoisseurs. (more than 5 months).

I was so relieved when I found out that the Mahon Menorca Cheese is available in the USA and can be purchased at these stores and shops:

Fairway, West Side Market, Gourmet Garage, Saveway, Wholefoods, Kroger, Costco, Central Markets, Central and Town & Country Markets.

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Creamy Cheesy Broccoli Mash with Bacon

Ingredients:

  • 4 cups broccoli florets
  • 1 to 2 cloves garlic
  • ½ teaspoon sea salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 ½ tablespoon butter, melted
  • ½ cup  grated Mahon Menorca Semi-Cured Cheese, or grated Gouda Cheese, divided in half
  • 2 tablespoon heavy cream
  • 1 slice bacon, cooked and crumbled

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Directions:

  1. Preheat oven to 350° F (180° C). Chop broccoli into florets.
  2. Bring 6 cups of water to a boil in a large saucepan and add broccoli florets. Boil on medium-high for 8 to 10 minutes.
  3. Drain broccoli in a colander. Stack a few paper towels together and dump broccoli onto paper towels.
  4. Wrap broccoli in paper towels and press down in the colander to squeeze out any excess water.
  5. Add to a food processor: the broccoli florets, garlic cloves, sea salt, black pepper, melted butter and ¼ cup of the grated Cheese.
  6. Process until a smooth green paste forms.
  7. Add the broccoli paste to one 24-ounce shallow baking or au gratin dish (divide into two 12-ounce baking dishes).
  8. Spread evenly in the dish and drag a fork along the top of the broccoli mash to form grooves.
  9. Drizzle the heavy cream over the top and sprinkle with the remaining  ¼ cup grated cheese.
  10. Bake at  350° F (180° C) for 15 minutes.
  11. Once cook time is done broil on low for 2 minutes to brown the cheese on top lightly.
  12. Remove from oven and sprinkle the top with the cooked crumbled bacon. Serve warm.

Nutritional Data:  Yield: 4 servings, Serving size: ½ cup, Calories: 212, Carbs: 3g, Net Carbs: 2g, Fiber: 1g, Protein: 10g, Fat: 19g, Saturated Fat: 13g,  Sugars: 1g.

*all recipe data are estimates based on the products I used*

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Creamy Cheesy Broccoli Mash with Bacon

Stacey
Creamy Cheesy Broccoli Mash with Bacon is a low carb, keto gluten-free side dish and a most delicious way to serve broccoli. T
5 from 21 votes
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Prep Time 15 minutes mins
Cook Time 17 minutes mins
Total Time 32 minutes mins
Course broccoli, broccoli mash, keto, low carb, Side Dish
Cuisine side dish, vegetable side dish
Servings 4
Calories 212 kcal

Ingredients
 
 

  • 4 cups broccoli florets
  • 1 to 2 cloves garlic
  • ½ teaspoon sea salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 ½ tablespoon butter melted
  • ½ cup grated Mahon Menorca Semi-Cured Cheese, or grated Gouda Cheese divided in half
  • 2 tablespoon heavy cream
  • 1 slice bacon cooked and crumbled

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 350° F (180° C). Chop broccoli into florets.
  • Bring 6 cups of water to a boil in a large saucepan and add broccoli florets. Boil on medium-high for 8 to 10 minutes.
    Creamy Cheesy Broccoli Mash with Bacon-
  • Drain broccoli in a colander. Stack a few paper towels together and dump broccoli onto paper towels.
  • Wrap broccoli in paper towels and press down in the colander to squeeze out any excess water.
    Creamy Cheesy Broccoli Mash with Bacon-
  • Add to a food processor: the broccoli florets, garlic cloves, sea salt, black pepper, melted butter and ¼ cup of the grated Cheese.
  • Process until a smooth green paste forms.
    Creamy Cheesy Broccoli Mash with Bacon-
  • Add the broccoli paste to one 24-ounce shallow baking Au Gratin dish (or divide into two 12-ounce baking dishes).
  • Spread evenly in the dish and drag a fork along the top of the broccoli mash to form grooves.
    Creamy Cheesy Broccoli Mash with Bacon-
  • Drizzle the heavy cream over the top and sprinkle with the remaining ¼ cup grated cheese.
    Creamy Cheesy Broccoli Mash with Bacon-
  • Bake at 350° F (180° C) for 15 minutes.
    Creamy Cheesy Broccoli Mash with Bacon-
  • Once cook time is done broil on low for 2 minutes to brown the cheese lightly.
    Creamy Cheesy Broccoli Mash with Bacon - Low carb , Keto & Gluten-free
  • Remove from oven and sprinkle the cooked crumbled bacon over the top. Serve warm.

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Notes

*all recipe data are estimates based on the products I used*
Yield: 4 servings,  Serving size: ½ cup, Net Carbs: 2 g per serving.  Amounts per serving:

Nutrition

Serving: 0.5cupCalories: 212kcalCarbohydrates: 3gProtein: 10gFat: 19gSaturated Fat: 13gSodium: 483mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1g
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  1. nicole (thespicetrain.com)

    January 19, 2019 at 6:43 am

    This looks and sounds absolutely awesome! I am generally not a big fan of broccoli but I can definitely get on board with this delicious mash, what a great idea. Thanks for sharing, Stacey! 🙂

    Reply
    • Stacey

      January 20, 2019 at 4:54 pm

      Thank you so much, Nicole, I'm a big fan of your work and gorgeous photos!!

      Reply
  2. Carol Little R.H. @studiobotanica

    December 10, 2018 at 7:40 am

    5 stars
    This looks DELISH!! Love this sort of yummy cheesy broccoli dish. Will make it!

    Reply
  3. Catherine Baez

    December 10, 2018 at 1:08 am

    5 stars
    This dish looks heavenly, and I'm picky about how I eat my broccoli! My hubby loves this veggie too. Gonna have to make it for him, I'm sure he'll love it. Can't wait to try it.

    Reply
  4. Mirlene

    December 09, 2018 at 6:05 pm

    5 stars
    This broccoli mash sounds delicious. Definitely, something I can see myself enjoying with my family. I also like the added touch of bacon.

    Reply
  5. Yang

    December 09, 2018 at 1:24 pm

    5 stars
    Such a yummy combination! I love that it's healthy with mostly broccoli in the dish. <3

    Reply
  6. Meredith

    December 09, 2018 at 11:41 am

    5 stars
    Oh my goodness this cheesy broccoli mash looks just amazing! Pinning to make for our next holiday meal!

    Reply
  7. Kari - Get Inspired Everyday!

    December 08, 2018 at 8:09 pm

    5 stars
    Oh my goodness this looks amazing and definitely the perfect way to eat loads and loads of veggies!

    Reply
    • Stacey

      December 10, 2018 at 11:13 am

      Thank you, Kari. Yes, you end up eating more broccoli that you otherwise would.

      Reply
  8. Jennifer Fisher

    December 08, 2018 at 5:07 am

    5 stars
    How amazingly tasty this must be! While it's hard to sneak in green veggies, I'm glad the son approved - pretty sure mine would too (how could you not!!)

    Reply
    • Stacey

      December 10, 2018 at 11:12 am

      Thanks, Jennifer, he is most suspicious of all green veggies, lol.

      Reply
  9. ChihYu

    December 06, 2018 at 7:28 pm

    5 stars
    What a gorgeous and delicious meal! Saving it for later !

    Reply
    • Stacey

      December 07, 2018 at 7:47 am

      Thank you, ChihYu 🙂

      Reply
  10. Katie Beck

    December 06, 2018 at 3:59 am

    5 stars
    I make tons of mashed cauliflower and sweet and white potatoes, but I have never thought of broccoli. This looks so good and i will definitely be trying this. And double bonus - broccoli is the only vegetable I can get all five of my kids to eat without someone crying...cheese on it? Even better!!

    Reply
    • Stacey

      December 06, 2018 at 9:06 am

      Thank you, Katie, I hope your kiddos enjoy it 🙂

      Reply
  11. linda spiker

    December 05, 2018 at 7:42 pm

    5 stars
    Dreamy...bacon and cheese. Win/win!

    Reply
    • Stacey

      December 06, 2018 at 9:05 am

      I agree, Linda 🙂

      Reply
  12. Annemarie

    December 05, 2018 at 5:20 pm

    5 stars
    This cheese sounds so good! I've never tried it. My family would love this dish.

    Reply
    • Stacey

      December 06, 2018 at 9:06 am

      Thank you, Annemarie 🙂 The cheese is amazing!

      Reply
  13. Jean

    December 04, 2018 at 7:18 pm

    5 stars
    I didn't even know you can make a mash with broccoli but now I have to try this out! What a delicious low carb side dish.

    Reply
    • Stacey

      December 05, 2018 at 1:01 pm

      It's like a creamy puree of broccoli and very delish!

      Reply
  14. Cynthia | What A Girl Eats

    December 04, 2018 at 6:49 pm

    5 stars
    This sounds so yummy! But that cheese! I'm super intrigued. Cheese makes anything taste fabulous!

    Reply
    • Stacey

      December 05, 2018 at 1:03 pm

      Thank you, Cynthia! I'm obsessed with the Spanish cheese. It absolutely the best cheese!

      Reply
  15. Hope

    December 04, 2018 at 5:21 pm

    5 stars
    This looks so good, what a great way to get a good dose of broccoli in you! I bet it goes so well with the bacon, my family would love this, pinned for later 🙂

    Reply
    • Stacey

      December 05, 2018 at 1:09 pm

      Thank you, Hope 🙂

      Reply
  16. Raia Todd

    December 04, 2018 at 8:49 am

    5 stars
    Oh my goodness, you definitely can't go wrong with a broccoli/cheese/bacon combo! Yum!

    Reply
    • Stacey

      December 04, 2018 at 9:43 am

      Yes, Raia, it is all good! Thank you 🙂

      Reply
  17. Tessa Simpson

    December 03, 2018 at 7:38 pm

    5 stars
    I am always looking for ways to jazz up broccoli..this looks perfect!

    Reply
    • Stacey

      December 04, 2018 at 9:44 am

      Me too, Tessa, my kids don't love broccoli so I have to be creative 🙂

      Reply
  18. Renee D Kohley

    December 03, 2018 at 1:56 pm

    5 stars
    Oh gosh that cheese is just EVERYTHING! Thank you for the easy to follow step by step!

    Reply
    • Stacey

      December 04, 2018 at 9:45 am

      Awe, thank you, Renee 🙂

      Reply
  19. Joni Gomes

    December 03, 2018 at 12:58 pm

    5 stars
    I make a lot of mashed potatoes but never thought to do it with broccoli! This looks delicious cannot wait to try it!

    Reply
    • Stacey

      December 04, 2018 at 9:45 am

      Thank you, Joni 🙂

      Reply

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