Little Grandmas Broccoli Recipes

GRANDMA'S CREAM OF POTATO OR BROCCOLI SOUP

Steps:

• Empty broth in large pot. Add cubed potatoes and bring to a boil.
• While potatoes are starting to cook, microwave bacon until crisp and add grease to potatoes.
• Crumble bacon and add along with diced ham.
• Saute celelry, carrots and onion in melted butter until soft.
• When potatoes are done, add veggies and butter to pot.
• Reduce heat and add 1/4 to 1/2 quart cream to pot. Be careful not to bring to heavy boil or cream will curdle.
• Mix corn starch in very cold water and add to soup. Continue to cook until soup thickens.
• Remove from heat and serve immediately. Top with cheese, if desired, and serve with fresh bread. (Cornbread, rolls, or french bread work well.).

GRANDMA BIRDIE'S BROCCOLI SALAD

Steps:

• Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add broccoli and cauliflower florets to the boiling water and cook for 3 minutes. Drain, then transfer florets to a bowl of ice water to cool.
• Whisk mayonnaise, vinegar, pepper sauce, garlic powder, salt, and pepper for dressing together in a bowl.
• Remove florets from the ice water and put on paper towels to dry.
• When ready to serve, transfer florets to a large bowl. Mix in carrot, onion, and bacon. Pour in dressing and toss until well distributed. Let rest for 5 minutes before serving.

GRANDMA'S BROCCOLI SOUP

Steps:

• Bring broth, broccoli, onion and nutmeg to a boil. Simmer, covered, for 5 minutes.
• Combine in blender or food processor to desired consistency. I like little chunks.
• Add mushroom soup, butter, and sour cream and blend again.
• Bring to a simmer on stove if desired.

GRANDMA'S CHICKEN AND BROCCOLI CASSEROLE

Steps:

• Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a 9x13-inch casserole dish.
• Melt butter in a skillet over medium heat. Add onions and celery and saute until tender, about 10 minutes.
• Chop broccoli florets into smaller pieces and transfer to a large bowl. Add shredded chicken, condensed soup, cheese sauce, uncooked rice, water, and sauteed vegetables. Mix thoroughly and transfer to the prepared casserole dish.
• Bake, uncovered, in the preheated oven for 1 hour.