Broccoli-cheddar casserole

12 Servings

Ingredients

QuantityIngredient
8cupsBroccoli, fresh; chopped
1cupOnion; finely chopped
¾cupButter/margarine
12xesEggs
2cupsCream, whipping
2cupsCheese, cheddar; shredded (8 oz.) divided
2teaspoons;salt
1teaspoonPepper

Directions

In a skillet over medium heat, saute broccoli and onion in butter until crisp-tender, about 4 minutes; set aside. In a bowl, beat eggs. Add cream and 1¾ cups of cheese; mix well. Stir in the broccoli mixture, salt and pepper. Pour into a greased 3 quart baking dish; set in a larger pan filled with 1 inch of hot water.

Bake, uncovered, at 350 degrees for 45-50 minutes or until a knife inserted near the center comes out clean. Sprinkle with remaining cheese. Let stand 10 minutes before serving.

<Taste of Home Dec/Jan 97>