BROCCOLI EN CASSEROLE

Here is one my Grandmother passed down to my Mom and then to me and it’s a favorite for Thanksgiving Dinner.

BROCCOLI EN CASSEROLE

Ingredients

20 oz frozen broccoli

8 oz shredded cheddar cheese
2 tsp salt garlic powder

1 stick butter, cut in small pieces

1 can cream of mushroom soup

1 can (8 oz) mushrooms, drained

Cook broccoli according to package instructions.  Combine garlic and cheddar in a large bowl.  Add drained broccoli and remaining ingredients and mix until well combined.  Pour into greased casserole and bake for 30 minutes in preheated 350 ⁰ f.

You can sprinkle with crushed ritz crackers or buttered bread crumbs before baking.

EASY BROCCOLI SALAD

Here is an easy, great tasting broccoli salad that my Mom used to make. 

EASY BROCCOLI SALAD

Ingredients: Salad

½ lb. bacon                               1 pint grape tomatoes

½ cup shredded cheddar cheese         1 large red onion. 

1 bunch fresh broccoli

Chop broccoli and onion into small pieces, then fry bacon until crisp.  Drain the bacon, then crumble it into small pieces.  Mix broccoli, onion, bacon, cheese and tomatoes together.

 Ingredients: Dressing

1 cup mayonnaise

½ cup sugar or sugar substitute

4 tablespoons apple cider vinegar

Combine dressing ingredients until smooth.  Pour over the salad and toss until completely mixed.  Serve immediately or refrigerate until needed.