Yield: 12 Servings
| Measure | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 8 cups | Broccoli, fresh; chopped |
| 1 cup | Onion; finely chopped |
| ¾ cup | Butter/margarine |
| 12 xes | Eggs |
| 2 cups | Cream, whipping |
| 2 cups | Cheese, cheddar; shredded (8 oz.) divided |
| 2 teaspoons | ;salt |
| 1 teaspoon | Pepper |
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>