Ingredients
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2 (10 ounce) packages broccoli, frozen, chopped
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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 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 (2 oz)
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1/2 cup breadcrumbs, fine (I prefer crushed ritz crackers or none at all.)
Instructions
- Cook the broccoli according to the package directions; drain well. Place the 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 for 1 minute, stirring constantly. Gradually add the milk; cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture is thickened and bubbly. Add the salt and pepper; stir well.
- Add the cream cheese, stirring until smooth.
- Pour the cream cheese sauce over the broccoli in the casserole dish. Stir gently to combine. Sprinkle with the Cheddar cheese.
- Melt the remaining 2 tbsp butter in a small saucepan over low heat. remove from heat and stir in breadcrumbs. Sprinkle the breadcrumb mixture over the casserole.
- Bake at 350 degrees for 40 minutes.