Do you like broccoli?

I LOVE, seriously love broccoli.

Favorite way to eat it?Steamed, served with a little mayo.

Plate of Cheddar Egg Bites

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I wish more people shared my enthusiasm.

It’s one of those power combos, hard to go wrong.

Just check out ourBroccoli Cheese Casserole, or ourBroccoli Cheddar Mac n Cheese.

Broccoli Cheddar Egg Bites on a Plate

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(Black pepper is the other thing that broccoli loves, so confirm to add plenty.)

Yield: 12 broccoli cheddar egg bites.

Bring to a boil.

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Add the broccoli florets.

Steam the broccoli florets for 5 minutes, until just tender.

Rinse with cold water to stop the cooking.

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Finely chop the steamed broccoli florets.

You should have about 2 1/2 cups.

Simple Tip!

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you might also steam the broccoli in the microwave.

Place florets in a glass bowl with 3 tablespoons of water and cover.

Microwave on high for 4 minutes.

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Place the beaten eggs and the torn bread in a large bowl.

Mix until the bread is completely moistened.

Add the grated onion, mayonnaise, cheese, lemon zest, salt and pepper.

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Stir in the minced broccoli.

Coat the wells of 2 mini muffin pans (1 dozen wells each) with non-stick spray.

We recommend using non-stick mini muffin pans.

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Distribute the broccoli mixture in the muffin wells.

Bake at 350F for 25 minutes until cooked through and lightly browned on top.