Delicious and Nutritious Broccoli Cheese Pie Recipe

This mouthwatering broccoli cheese pie is the perfect combination of creamy cheese filling and tender broccoli, all wrapped in a flaky pie crust. It's a comforting and satisfying dish that can be enjoyed as a main course or as a side dish. The pie is packed with nutrients from the broccoli and provides a great way to sneak in some veggies for picky eaters. With a preparing time of just 45 minutes, this recipe is quick and easy to make. It's a great option for lunch, dinner, or any occasion!

Ingredients

• 1 refrigerated pie crust
• 4 cups broccoli florets
• 1 small onion, diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 1 cup milk
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
• 3 eggs, beaten

Directions

1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Unroll the refrigerated pie crust and press it into a 9-inch pie dish. Trim any excess dough.
3. In a large pot of salted boiling water, blanch the broccoli florets for 2-3 minutes until bright green and slightly tender. Drain and set aside.
4. In a skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the diced onion and minced garlic. Cook until the onion becomes translucent and fragrant, about 5 minutes.
5. Add the flour to the skillet and stir constantly for 1 minute to create a roux.
6. Slowly pour in the milk, stirring continuously to avoid lumps. Cook for 3-5 minutes until the mixture thickens.
7. Remove the skillet from the heat and stir in the cheddar cheese, Parmesan cheese, salt, pepper, dried thyme, and nutmeg. Mix until the cheeses are melted and the ingredients are well combined.
8. In a large bowl, combine the beaten eggs and the cheese mixture. Stir until thoroughly combined.
9. Arrange the blanched broccoli florets evenly in the pie crust.
10. Pour the cheese and egg mixture over the broccoli, spreading it evenly to cover the entire pie.
11. Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until the filling is set and the top is golden brown.
12. Remove from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before slicing and serving.
13. Enjoy your delicious broccoli cheese pie!

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