Description
Broccoli Corn Crunch is a delightful and easy-to-make baked side dish combining tender broccoli, creamy corn, and a crunchy seasoned crouton topping. Perfect for adding a flavorful vegetable option to any meal.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 1 (10 oz) package frozen chopped broccoli
- 1 (8 oz) can cream style corn
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 egg, beaten
- 1/4 cup onion, chopped
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 cup butter or margarine, melted
- 1 1/2 cups seasoned croutons
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F and grease a shallow 1 1/2 quart baking dish with butter or nonstick spray. Set it aside for later use.
- Prepare broccoli and corn mixture: Thaw the frozen chopped broccoli and drain off any excess water thoroughly. In a medium bowl, combine the beaten egg, cream style corn, chopped onion, salt, and black pepper. Mix well and set aside.
- Combine croutons with butter: In a small bowl, mix the seasoned croutons with the melted butter or margarine until the croutons are evenly coated.
- Mix broccoli with corn mixture: Add the drained broccoli and 1 cup of the buttered crouton mixture to the bowl with the corn mixture. Stir everything together until well combined.
- Assemble the casserole: Transfer the broccoli and corn mixture into the prepared baking dish, spreading it out evenly. Sprinkle the remaining crouton mixture on top as a crunchy topping.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 30 to 35 minutes, until the topping is golden and the dish is heated through. Serve warm and enjoy!
Notes
- Make sure to thoroughly drain the thawed broccoli to prevent excess liquid in the casserole.
- You can substitute margarine with butter for richer flavor.
- Seasoned croutons add flavor and crunch; plain croutons can be used with added herbs for seasoning.
- This dish can be prepared ahead and refrigerated before baking.
- For a lower fat version, use light margarine or reduce the butter quantity slightly.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 180 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 500 mg
- Fat: 9 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 5 g
- Cholesterol: 55 mg
