Bacon & Broccoli Casserole with a Kick

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   Heat oven to 350F.

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   Cook broccoli in boiling water in large saucepan 5 min.

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   or until crisp-tender; drain.

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   Rinse with cold water; drain well.

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   Meanwhile, cook bacon in same saucepan on medium heat until crisp.

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   Remove bacon from skillet with slotted spoon; drain on paper towels.

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   Discard all but 2 Tbsp.

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   drippings from skillet.

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   Add onions to reserved drippings; cook and stir 4 min.

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    or until crisp-tender.

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    Stir in flour.

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    Gradually stir in milk until blended; cook and stir 3 min.

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    or until thickened.

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    Add cheese; cook and stir 3 min.

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    or until melted.

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    Remove from heat.

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    Stir in broccoli and bacon; spoon into 1-1/2-qt.

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    casserole sprayed with cooking spray.

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    Top with cracker crumbs.

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    Bake 25 min.

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    or until heated through.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.