Recipe Source: Deliciously Healthy Family Meals
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Cook time |
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15 minutes |
15 minutes |
4 servings |
1½ C broccoli, ¼ C sauce, 1 Tbsp croutons |
6 C fresh broccoli, rinsed and cut into bite-sized florets (or substitute 6 C frozen broccoli, thawed and warmed, and skip step 1)
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For sauce:
1 C fat-free evaporated milk
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1 Tbsp cornstarch
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½ C shredded cheddar cheese
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¼ tsp Worcestershire sauce
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¼ tsp hot sauce
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1 slice whole-wheat bread, diced and toasted (for croutons)*
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Directions
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1
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Bring a large pot of water to boil over high heat. Add fresh broccoli, and cook until easily pierced by a fork, about 7–10 minutes. Drain and set aside.
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2
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In a separate saucepan, combine evaporated milk and cornstarch. Slowly bring to a boil while stirring often.
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3
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When the milk comes to a boil, remove it from the heat and add the cheese. Continue to stir until the cheese is melted and evenly mixed.
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4
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Add the Worcestershire and hot sauces, and stir.
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5
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Pour cheese over hot broccoli.
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6
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Sprinkle whole-wheat croutons over broccoli and cheese mixture, and serve.
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* Make extra croutons for the Zesty Tomato Soup.
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Children can help measure ingredients and mix the sauce.
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