Ingredients
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2 (10 ounce) packages frozen chopped broccoli
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1/2 teaspoon garlic, jarred minced
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1/4 cup butter, divided
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2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
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1 cup milk
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1/4-1/2 teaspoon salt
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1/8 teaspoon pepper
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1 (3 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
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1/2 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
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1/2 cup breadcrumbs or 1/2 cup crushed Ritz cracker, fine and dry
Instructions
- Cook broccoli according to directions, or if using fresh broccoli, chop it and cook it. Drain well. Add minced garlic to the broccoli. Place broccoli in a lightly greased 1 quart casserole; set aside.
- Melt 2 tbsp butter in a heavy saucepan over low heat; add flour, stirring until smooth. Cook 1 minute, stirring constantly. Gradually add milk; cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until mixture is thickened and bubbly. Add salt and pepper; stir well. Add cream cheese, stirring until smooth.
- Pour cream cheese sauce over broccoli in casserole; stir gently to combine. Sprinkle with Cheddar cheese. Melt remaining 2 tablespoons butter in a small saucepan over low heat; remove from heat and stir in breadcrumbs or ritz crackers. Sprinkle breadcrumb or ritz cracker mixture evenly over casserole.
- Bake at 350 degrees for 40 minutes or until thoroughly heated.