Creamy Lemon-Parmesan Broccoli & White Bean Casserole

This Creamy Lemon-Parmesan Broccoli & White Bean Casserole is the ultimate comfort food dinner—perfect for cozy nights in or when you’re looking to bring a delicious, nourishing dish to someone as part of a meal train. The creamy fiber- and protein-packed white beans and nutty farro form a hearty base, while tender broccoli soaks up the velvety sauce. The cruciferous vegetable also adds vitamin C to help support your immune system. This dish is both delicious and nutritious—that’s a win-win! Read on for some expert tips and tricks to ensure it turns out perfectly every time.

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Tips from the EatingWell Test Kitchen

These are the key tips we learned while developing and testing this recipe in our Test Kitchen to make sure it works, tastes great and is good for you too!

• Farro is an ancient type of wheat known for its nutty flavor and chewy texture. There are different types of farro, including whole-grain, hulled and pearled. We prefer to use hulled farro for this recipe, as it cooks faster than whole-grain farro and still offers plenty of fiber and nutrients. While pearled farro is the quickest to cook, it’s also the least nutrient-dense since the bran has been removed.
• If you’re in a time crunch, use bagged broccoli florets. Just be sure to cut them into bite-size pieces so they cook evenly. 

Nutrition Notes

• Farro is fiber-packed whole grain rich in betaine, a compound that reduces inflammation. Too much inflammation in the body can increase your risk of chronic diseases like cancer and cardiovascular disease. 
• Broccoli contains plant compounds like sulforaphane that may lower your risk of cancer, including breast, prostate and skin cancers. The cruciferous vegetable may also support your immune system as it’s a good source of vitamin C. 
• White beans, and beans in general, are a good source of plant-based protein and fiber, two key nutrients that may help support healthy weight management. Beans also provide potassium, an electrolyte that supports many bodily functions and can help improve blood pressure.