Broccoli Bites

Name: Broccoli Bites
Prep time: 25 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 40 min
Yield: about 5 dozen
Ingredients: 6 cups frozen chopped broccoli; 2 cups crushed seasoned stuffing; 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese; 6 large eggs, lightly beaten; 1/2 cup butter, softened; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon pepper

Total Time Prep: 25 min. Bake: 10 min.

Yield about 5 dozen

Test Kitchen Approved

An herb-seasoned stuffing mix and Parmesan cheese boost the flavor of the broccoli in these simple appetizers. The recipe makes several dozen and they’re freezer-friendly, so feel free to make them ahead. —Laurie Todd, Columbus, MS

Ingredients

6 cups frozen chopped broccoli
2 cups crushed seasoned stuffing
1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
6 large eggs, lightly beaten
1/2 cup butter, softened
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Directions

Preheat oven to 350°. Cook broccoli according to package directions; drain and place in a bowl. Stir in the remaining ingredients. Shape into 1-in. balls.
Place in a greased 15x10x1-in. baking pan. Bake until golden brown, 10-12 minutes. Or place in a single layer in a freezer container and freeze for up to 1 month.

Nutrition Facts

1 piece: 38 calories, 2g fat (1g saturated fat), 24mg cholesterol, 93mg sodium, 2g carbohydrate (0 sugars, 1g fiber), 2g protein.

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