Broccoli N Cheese Puffle Recipe

A fun and cheesy twist on broccoli! This kid-friendly recipe, adapted from a 1978 San Antonio Junior League cookbook, creates a delightful broccoli and cheese casserole baked atop a buttery bread crust. The creamy, cheesy filling is perfectly complemented by a light and airy egg topping, making it a guaranteed crowd-pleaser for both kids and adults. Get ready to hear "puffle!" at your dinner table!

Prep Time 15 mins

Cook Time 45 mins

Calories 504.8 kcal

Protein 49g

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Ingredients for Broccoli N Cheese Puffle

4 slices bread
Frozen Chopped Broccoli
2 tablespoons margarine
Swiss Cheese
1/4 teaspoon salt
Tabasco Sauce
Instant Minced Onion
2 large eggs
Instant Dry Milk Powder
Hot Water

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How to Make Broccoli N Cheese Puffle

Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
Grease a 9x9 inch baking pan and line the bottom with 4 slices of bread, slightly overlapping to cover the bottom.
In a large bowl, combine 1 cup cooked broccoli florets, 2 tablespoons margarine, 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese, 1/4 teaspoon salt, a dash of Tabasco sauce (to taste), and 1/4 cup finely chopped onion.
Spoon the broccoli mixture evenly over the bread in the prepared pan.
In a separate bowl, whisk together 2 large eggs, 1/4 cup milk powder, and 1/4 cup water until well combined.
Pour the egg mixture evenly over the broccoli mixture in the pan.
Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and set.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

34 g

Sugar

60g

Fat

67g

Carbs

10g

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60 Minutes Or Less Time To Make Course Main Ingredient Preparation Side Dishes Vegetables Dietary High Calcium High In Something Broccoli

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Broccoli N Cheese Puffle?

Broccoli N Cheese Puffle takes about 60 minutes from start to finish — roughly 15 minutes to prepare and 45 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Broccoli N Cheese Puffle?

Broccoli N Cheese Puffle has approximately 504.8 calories per serving, with about 49 g protein, 10 g carbohydrates and 49 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Broccoli N Cheese Puffle?

The key ingredients for Broccoli N Cheese Puffle are Bread, Frozen Chopped Broccoli, Margarine, Swiss Cheese, Salt, Tabasco Sauce. See the full list with measurements above.