Freezing Broccoli And Cauliflower Recipes

Steps:

• Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Mix bread crumbs, 2 tablespoons of the Parmesan cheese, 2 tablespoons melted butter and 1/2 teaspoon of the Italian seasoning in small bowl. Set aside. Cut up any large broccoli or cauliflower florets into bite-size pieces.
• Melt 2 tablespoons butter in large skillet on medium heat. Add onion; cook and stir about 5 minutes or until tender. Stir in flour, remaining 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning, garlic salt and pepper. Add milk; cook and stir until thickened and bubbly. Add cream cheese and remaining 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese; cook and stir until cream cheese is melted. Add vegetables; toss gently to coat. Spoon into 2-quart baking dish. Sprinkle top evenly with crumb mixture.
• Bake 40 minutes or until heated through and top is lightly browned.

Steps:

• Wash broccoli or cauliflower in cool water while you start a pot of water to boil.
• Add a large pinch of salt to the water.
• Trim and peel broccoli or cauliflower stems.
• Cut broccoli and cauliflower into separate florets of a size that appeals to you. Many prefer 2" long by 1 1/2 " wide.
• Fill strainger with vegetables and plunge into boiling water.
• Wait 30 seconds and dump into ice bath for 30 seconds to stop cooking.
• Drain the vegetables and put them into freezer bags.
• Label and keep for 6 months.