Fresh Broccoli with Melty Cheese and a Ritz Cracker Crust
Author:TJ
Prep Time:30
Cook Time:55
Total Time:1 hour 25 minutes
Yield:8-10 servings 1x
Ingredients
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4 bunches fresh broccoli – florets only
8 TBL butter – divided in half
1 lb liquid gold velveeta cheese – cubed
1 sleeve ritz crackers – roughly crushed and toasted
Instructions
Preheat oven to 350 degrees
Cut the broccoli florets off the stems and set aside
Cube the velveeta and reserve
Crush the ritz crackers by hand in the sleeve
Melt 1/2 stick of butter in a pan, bring to a sizzle on medium heat and add the crushed crackers
Reduce heat to medium low and stir while toasting them to a golden brown and set aside
Steam the broccoli covered in a pot until softened
While steaming the broccoli, melt the remaining butter in the saute pan, add the velveeta and heat on medium. Stir until the butter and cheese are combined into a liquid sauce
Drain the broccoli and add to the cheese sauce
Fold the broccoli into the cheese sauce until thoroughly combined
Spread evenly into a 9″ x 11″ baking dish
Cover evenly with the toasted crackers and cover with aluminum foil
Place on a center rack in the oven and bake for 45 minutes