Cheesy Broccoli Tater-Topped Casserole
By: McCormick Kitchens
February 06, 2026
Tots are all grown up. Cheesy broccoli and cauliflower casserole gets topped with tots and baked until golden for a crunchy, fun, kid and adult-friendly Easter side dish. Tip: Use frozen veggies to cut down on prep time. Photo credit: Julie Gransee from Lovely Little Kitchen.
Tots are all grown up. Cheesy broccoli and cauliflower casserole gets topped with tots and baked until golden for a crunchy, fun, kid and adult-friendly Easter side dish. Tip: Use frozen veggies to cut down on prep time. Photo credit: Julie Gransee from Lovely Little Kitchen.
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Instructions
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F. Cut up any large broccoli or cauliflower florets into bite-size pieces. Set aside.
- Melt butter in large skillet on medium heat. Add onion; cook and stir about 5 minutes or until tender. Stir in flour, Italian seasoning, garlic salt and pepper. Add milk; cook and stir until thickened and bubbly. Add cream cheese and Parmesan cheese; cook and stir until cream cheese is melted. Add vegetables; toss gently to coat. Spoon into 2-quart baking dish. Sprinkle evenly with Cheddar cheese. Top with potato nuggets.
- Bake 45 to 55 minutes or until heated through and potato nuggets are golden brown and crispy.
