Broccoli Onion Deluxe Casserole

(Shared recipe submitted by Theresa.)

Serves 6

Theresa writes: "I am having this dish for Christmas. I love this one."

Ingredients

• 1 pound fresh broccoli (can use frozen)
• 2 cups frozen small whole onions, or 3 medium fresh onions, quartered
• 4 tablespoons butter or margarine, divided
• 1/4 cup teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon pepper
• 1 cup milk
• 3 ounces low-fat package cream cheese
• 1/2 cup low-fat shredded cheese
• 1 cup soft bread crumbs

Slit fresh broccoli spears lengthwise; cut into 1 inch pieces. Cook in boiling salted water until tender. (If using frozen broccoli, cook according to package directions.) Drain. Cook frozen or fresh onions in boiling salted water until tender; drain. In saucepan, melt 2 tablespoons butter or margarine; blend in the flour, salt, and pepper. Add milk; cook and stir until mixture is thickened and bubbly. Reduce heat; blend in cream cheese until smooth.

Place broccoli and onions in a 1-quart casserole. Pour sauce over broccoli and onions. Mix lightly. Top with shredded cheese, then the bread crumbs. Melt the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter or margarine. Pour over the bread crumbs on top of casserole. Bake casserole in a preheated 350° F oven for 40 to 45 minutes or until heated through.

Disclaimer: This recipe was submitted by a contributor and has not been tested by TerisKitchen.com.