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Quick and Simple Broccoli and Cheese

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"This recipe is great for just-getting-started-cooks." — KGASKINS

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1 (10 ounce) package frozen broccoli florets, thawed
3 tablespoons butter, melted

salt and pepper to taste
1/2 cup shredded Cheddar cheese

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Directions

Place broccoli in a steamer over 1 inch of boiling water, and cover. Cook until tender but still firm, about 2 to 6 minutes. Drain and transfer to a microwave safe casserole dish.
Pour melted butter over broccoli (use more or less, to taste) and season with salt and pepper. Sprinkle cheese over the top and microwave, on high, for 1 minute, or until cheese is melted.

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PREP 5 mins
COOK 15 mins
READY IN 20 mins

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Definitely quick and definitely simple - a classic combination for a great side dish. Not to mention it's a great way to camouflage a healthy veggie in case you have picky eaters in your house! I used a steam in bag of broccoli and whether you use velvetta or another of your favorite cheeses this stuff is great!

—Jillian

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Jul 24, 2003

This wasn't very good with the cheddar. I think I will stick with velveeta..

—JENNIFER2001

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Aug 03, 2004

I used a 14oz bag of baby flowerets. Only used 1 1/2 T. butter & asiago instead of cheddar. My family LOVED it!!! Great for low carb. I also just cooked it per directions on bag using microwave, then did the seasoning thing. Thanks!

—MELLO 57

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Aug 29, 2006

Melted cheese on top of broccoli wasn't going to cut it for us, so I quickly whipped up a cheese sauce which then made this dish more to our liking. Thanks for a good start tho!

—LINDA MCLEAN

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Sep 11, 2008

Got what I was looking for. Simple, easy and quick. Less than ten minutes. Used steam in a bag broccoli and cooked it less than called for by 1 and 1/2 minutes. Lightly seasoned with sea salt and black pepper and a little bit of lemon juice. Then, topped with the cheese. No complaints!!

—CFUCHSLAO

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Sep 11, 2003

This was alright. I used a mexican cheese combo instaed of just cheddar. The cheese isnt very cheesy when it is melted. I think next time I am going to use less butter because the broccoli just sits in it. My daughter who is queen of picky loved it. Thanks

—SOSHEA33

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Oct 21, 2011

I like this recipe because it does NOT use Velveeta, which is "processed" and questionable. I used fresh broccoli, sharp cheddar, and 2 Tblsps butter. I microwaved the fresh broccoli florets (2 Tblsps water, cover microwave dish) for 90 seconds, drained water, poured melted butter over broccoli, then topped with cheese. Recovered dish and microwaved for about 45 seconds. Done! Very fresh taste.

—Dmseck

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Apr 06, 2011

This recipe was good in theory but it was just basically melted shredded cheese on broccoli, and not anything like the frozen ones. I tried this because I was tired of spending 2.50 for a lil package of frozen stuff. *** Melt a small amount of milk with the butter and seasoning, then add the cheese and stir. This will make it the more creamy sauce if you are looking for something similar to the green giant variety. It also looks better and works for any kind of cheese.

—ChefKimi

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Nutrition

Calories
152 kcal
8%

Carbohydrates
3.6 g
1%

Cholesterol
38 mg
13%

Fat
13.5 g
21%

Fiber
2.1 g
9%

Protein
5.6 g
11%

Sodium
166 mg
7%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

Nutritional Information

Quick and Simple Broccoli and Cheese

Serving Size: 1/4 of a recipe
Servings Per Recipe: 4
Amount Per Serving
Calories: 152
Calories from Fat: 122

% Daily Value *
Total Fat 13.5g 21 %
Saturated Fat 8.5g 42 %
Cholesterol 38mg 13 %
Sodium 166mg 7 %
Potassium 167mg 5 %
Total Carbohydrates 3.6g 1 %
Dietary Fiber 2.1g 9 %
Protein 5.6g 11 %
Sugars 1.1g
Vitamin A 37 %
Vitamin C 67 %
Calcium 18 %
Iron 7 %
Thiamin 4 %
Niacin 11 %
Vitamin B6 6 %
Magnesium 6 %
Folate 28 %

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.