Broccoli Gratin With Cheesy Breadcrumbs

• 1 1/2 pounds broccoli florets
• 2 cloves garlic
• 6 tablespoons butter divided
• 3 tablespoons flour
• 1 1/2 cups whole milk
• 5 ounces shredded cheddar cheese divided, 5 oz. = 1 1/4 cup
• 3/4 teaspoon salt divided
• black pepper to taste
• 1 cup panko bread crumbs 1 cup = 90 g
• 1 ounce grated Parmesan cheese 1 oz. = 1/2 cup

1. Preheat the oven to 375u0b0F.
2. Spray a 9-inch square baking dish with cooking spray. Set aside.
3. Chop 1 1/2 lb. broccoli into 1-inch florets and place in a large pot. Fill the pot with enough water to cover the broccoli. Set the pot over high heat and place a lid on top. Bring to a boil. Boil the broccoli just until it turns bright green, about 1 minute. Drain the broccoli and rinse under cold water. Allow it to sit in the colander while preparing the sauce. (Pro tip: The cold water helps stop the cooking process to ensure vegetables are a vibrant green with a crisp texture.)
4. Finely mince 2 cloves garlic.
5. In a large pot over medium heat, melt 2 Tbsp. butter. Add the garlic and saute for 30 seconds, until fragrant. Sprinkle 3 Tbsp. flour into the pot. Whisk to thoroughly combine. Continue whisking for 1-2 minutes, until the roux turns slightly golden and begins to smell toasty.
6. Slowly stream 1 1/2 cups whole milk into the pot while continuing to whisk. Cook the mixture, whisking steadily for 4-5 minutes, until it begins to thicken and bubble.
7. Once bubbling, turn off the heat. Add 4 oz. (1 cup) shredded cheddar, 1/2 tsp. salt, and black pepper, to taste, to the pot. Whisk slowly until the cheese is fully melted and the sauce is smooth.
8. Once the sauce is smooth, add the broccoli to the pot. Stir until the florets are thoroughly coated.
9. Pour the contents of the pot into the greased baking dish.
10. Place 1 cup (90 g) bread crumbs, 1 oz. (1/4 cup) grated Parmesan, 1 oz. (1/4 cup) shredded cheddar cheese, 1/4 tsp. salt, and black pepper, to taste, in a medium mixing bowl. Mix with a fork to combine. Add 4 Tbsp. melted butter to the bowl, and stir until all the breadcrumbs are moistened. Sprinkle the crumbs in an even layer over the broccoli.
11. Bake the gratin for 22-25 minutes on the middle rack of oven, until the edges are bubbling and the top is golden-brown.
12. Check to see that gratin is done. Remove from oven or add time as needed.
13. Allow the gratin to rest for 10 minutes. Plate and serve.

broccoli florets, garlic, butter, flour, milk, cheddar cheese, salt, black pepper, bread crumbs, parmesan cheese

Taken from www.yummly.com/recipe/Broccoli-Gratin-with-Cheesy-Breadcrumbs-2483591 (may not work)