Ingredients

  • 4 cups coarsely chopped broccoli florets (about 2 lbs.)
  • 3 tablespoons flour
  • 1/8 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon dry mustard
  • 3/4 cup nonfat milk
  • 1/2 cup reduced-sodium chicken broth
  • 1/2 cup extra-sharp cheddar cheese
  • 1/3 cup grated parmesan cheese
  • 1 1/2 tablespoons diced pimentos
  • 1 (6 ounce) can sliced mushrooms, drained (optional)
  • black pepper
  • 6 melba toast
  • cooking spray

Method

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F.
  • Cook broccoli in boiling water 3 minutes until crisp tender; drain well.
  • Place flour, salt and dry mustard in a heavy saucepan over medium heat; gradually add milk and chicken broth, stirring with a whisk until blended.
  • Cook for 8 minutes or until thick, stirring constantly.
  • Remove from heat, and add cheddar cheese and 4 tablespoons Parmesan cheese, stirring until melted.
  • Stir in pimientos, mushrooms, if using, and pepper.
  • Add broccoli, tossing to coat.
  • Sppon broccoli mixture into a prepared 9" baking dish.
  • Place garlic melba toast rounds in food processor, pulse 10 times or until coarse crumbs measure 1/2 cup. Combine crumbs and remaining Parmesan and sprinkle evenly over casserole.
  • Spray top lightly with cooking spray.
  • Bake for 15 minutes at 400°F or until bubbly.
  • Let stand 5 minutes before serving.