1 1/2 lb fresh broccoli, washed, split and c, ut into 2-inch
10 oz pk frozen broccoli spears
2 tbsp butter or margarine
1 cup sliced fresh mushrooms or
4 oz can sliced mushrooms, drained
1 tsp grated onion
2 tbsp flour
1/4 tsp salt
1/8 tsp pepper
1 cup milk
1 cup grated sharp cheddar cheese
1 paprika
Directions
1. Heat fresh broccoli in a deep, 2 1/2-quart, heat-resistant,
non-metallic casserole, covered, in Microwave Oven 8 to 9 minutes.
(Note: If frozen broccoli spears are used, defrost and place in a
shallow, 9-inch, heat-resistant, non-metallic baking dish.) 2. In a
small, heat-resistant, non-metallic bowl, combine butter, mushrooms
and onion. Heat, uncovered, in Microwave Oven 3 minutes. Stir
occasionally. 3. Blend flour and seasonings into butter-mushroom
mixture. Heat, uncovered, in Microwave Oven 3 minutes, stirring after
1 1/2 minutes. 4. Gradually add milk, stirring until mixture is
smooth. Heat, uncovered, in Microwave Oven 3 minutes. Stir every
minute. 5. Pour hot mushroom sauce over cooked broccoli. Sprinkle
with 1 cup cheese and paprika. Heat, uncovered, 4 to 5 minutes or
until cheese is melted.
Servings: 3 servings
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Categories: Mushroom; Vegetable
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We hope you enjoy this Broccoli Mushroom Scallop recipe.
