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Broccoli Casserole 2 lbs fresh broccoli florets (or frozen broccoli florets) cut into 1/2" pieces 2 cups vegetable broth 2 tsps cornstarch 1 Tbsp oil, or as needed 1 tsp minced fresh garlic 2 tsps Maggi Seasoning or soy sauce 2 carrots, peeled and julienned 8 oz mushrooms, washed, dried, and chopped 1 cup cornflake crumbs Margarine Cheeze, shredded (optional) In a bowl, mix the broth, cornstarch, and Maggi or soy sauce. Bring a potful of water to a boil. Submerge the broccoli pieces in the water. Cover, and cook for 2 minutes. Drain, then immediately rinse the broccoli in cold water. Drain broccoli well. (NOTE: If frozen broccoli is used, this step can be omitted; just thaw.) Put into a greased casserole dish. Set aside. In a large skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic, and saute` 1 minute. Add the carrots, and saute` until they begin to soften. Add the mushrooms, and saute` 2 minutes. Stir in the broth-cornstarch mixture. Cook, stirring constantly, until thickened. Pour over broccoli in the casserole dish, and mix gently. Sprinkle with cornflake crumbs. Dot with margarine. Bake in preheated 350 F oven about 30 minutes, or until bubbly and clear.
NOTE: If desired, add cheeze for the last 5 minutes.
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