Broccoli Cheddar Casserole

This cheesy casserole with broccoli and eggs is great as a breakfast dish but could also be a dinner accompaniment. A yummy way to eat broccoli!

Ingredients:

- 3-4 cups broccoli, chopped
- 1/2 cup onion, finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon butter

- 4-5 eggs
- 1/2 cup whipping cream
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 1/4 cup Cheddar cheese, shredded and divided
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon pepper

- smoked paprika, to taste

Directions:

Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Grease a 9x9-inch glass baking pan.

In a skillet, over medium heat, saute the broccoli and onion in butter for about 5 minutes or until crisp-tender; set aside.

In a large bowl, beat the eggs. Add whipping cream, milk, and just under 1 cup of the cheese; mix well. Stir in the broccoli mixture, salt, and pepper.

Pour into the prepared pan. Sprinkle with smoked paprika. Set into a larger pan filled with one inch hot water.

Bake, uncovered, for 45-50 minutes or until a knife comes out clean.

Sprinkle with remaining cheese, then let stand for 10 minutes before serving.