Dianne's Broccoli Recipe

Name: Dianne's Broccoli
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 10 ounces frozen chopped broccoli; 1 ½ cups cottage cheese; 2 large eggs (Can cut back to 1 if extra large); 3 tablespoons butter, divided; ¼ cup all-purpose flour; ⅛ cup onion, finely minced; 4 ounces whole kernel corn, drained; 14 lb diced cheddar cheese or 14 lb swiss cheese; ¼ teaspoon salt; ⅛ teaspoon black pepper; 2 drops hot pepper sauce, to taste; 1 slice white bread; ¼ cup crumbled cooked bacon

Servings: persons

10 ounces frozen chopped broccoli
1 ½ cups cottage cheese
2 large eggs (Can cut back to 1 if extra large)
3 tablespoons butter, divided
¼ cup all-purpose flour
⅛ cup onion, finely minced
4 ounces whole kernel corn, drained
14 lb diced cheddar cheese or 14 lb swiss cheese
¼ teaspoon salt
⅛ teaspoon black pepper
2 drops hot pepper sauce, to taste
1 slice white bread
¼ cup crumbled cooked bacon

1
Cook broccoli according to package directions and drain.
2
Combine cottage cheese, eggs, 2 tablespoons butter and flour in blender or mixing bowl.
3
Blend or beat until cottage cheese mixture is smooth and creamy.
4
Fold in broccoli, onion, corn, cheddar cheese, salt, pepper, and a couple of drops of hot pepper sauce.
5
Pour cottage cheese mixture into a greased, deep casserole.
6
Make soft bread crumbs by tearing 1 slice of white bread into blender container and blending on low speed until soft crumbs are formed.
7
Melt 1 tablespoon of butter in skillet.
8
Add soft bread crumbs and saute until golden brown.
9
Sprinkle buttered bread crumbs and bacon over cottage cheese mixture.
10
Bake at 350F 1 hour, or until mixture is set.
11
Enjoy!

6875

kcal

Calories

558

Fat

Carbs

424

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 10 ounces frozen chopped broccoli, 1 ½ cups cottage cheese, 2 large eggs (Can cut back to 1 if extra large), 3 tablespoons butter, divided, and more.

Yes, Dianne's Broccoli falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Dianne's Broccoli

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Variations & substitutions

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