Broccoli and Cheese

So good, your children will ask for seconds—and a perfect side for most chicken and beef dishes

6 C fresh broccoli, rinsed and cut into bite-sized florets (or substitute 6 C frozen broccoli, thawed and warmed, and skip step 1)

For sauce:
1 C fat-free evaporated milk
1 Tbsp cornstarch
½ C shredded cheddar cheese
¼ tsp Worcestershire sauce
¼ tsp hot sauce
1 slice whole-wheat bread, diced and toasted (for croutons)*

Bowtie Pasta with Chicken, Broccoli, and Feta

This yummy dish provides a tasty way to get your children to eat broccoli

2 C dry whole-wheat bowtie pasta (farfalle) (8 oz)
1 Tbsp olive oil
1 tsp garlic, minced (about ½ clove)
8 oz white button mushrooms, rinsed and cut into quarters
4 C cooked broccoli florets (or 1 1-lb bag frozen broccoli, thawed)
1 C grilled boneless, skinless chicken breast, diced (about 2 small breasts) (Leftover Friendly)
2 C low-sodium chicken broth
1 medium lemon, rinsed, for 1 tsp zest and 1 Tbsp juice (use a grater to take a thin layer of skin off the lemon; squeeze juice and set aside)
2 oz reduced-fat feta cheese, diced (Healthy Eating Two Ways)

Tangy Broccoli Salad

Makes 10 servings

• 1 cup Nonfat Salad Dressing (such as Miracle Whip)
• 2 tablespoons sugar
• 2 tablespoons vinegar
• 1 medium bunch broccoli, cut into florets (about 6 cups)
• 4 cups loosely packed torn spinach
• 1/2 cup slivered red onions
• 1/4 cup OSCAR MAYER real bacon bits
• 1/4 cup raisins

Mediterranean Broccoli Salad

Makes 8 Servings

INGREDIENTS:
• 3 heads fresh broccoli, chopped
• 1 red onion, chopped
• 3 (6 ounce) cans jumbo black olives, sliced
• 2 (6.5 ounce) jars marinated artichoke hearts, sliced
• 3 large tomatoes, chopped
• 3 bunches green onions, chopped
• 1 (8 ounce) bottle Italian-style salad dressing

Broccoli with Vinaigrette

Makes 4 servings

America’s favorite vegetable is even better when it is served with this delicious fat-free dressing. The dressing is easy to make, keeps well in the refrigerator, and is tasty on other vegetables as well.

1 bunch broccoli
1/2 cup seasoned rice vinegar
2 teaspoons stone-ground or Dijon mustard
1–2 garlic cloves, pressed or minced

Break broccoli into bite-size florets. Peel stems and slice into 1/4-inch rounds. Steam until just tender, about 3 minutes.

FARFALLE BROCCOLI CHEESE SAUCE

Ingredients:
Farfalle pasta 250 grams or ribbon form of hard-boiled
200 grams of broccoli flowerets pontong according
3 stalks beef sausage, cut into oblique

Sauce: