Cauliflower-Broccoli Floret Bake (Carol's)

By AnneS

Ingredients

• Topping:
• 3 cups water
• 2 cups fresh cauliflowerets
• 2 cups chopped fresh broccoli
• 2 Tablespoon butter
• 2 Tablespoons flour
• 1 1/4 cups milk
• 1/2 cup shredded Swiss cheese
• 1 Tablespoon apricot jam
• 1/4 teaspoon curry powder
• 1/8 teaspoon salt
• 1/8 teaspoon pepper
• 1/2 cup bread crumbs
• 1/4 cup sliced almonds, toasted
• 2 Tablespoons butter, melted

Preparation

Step 1

In a large saucepan, bring water to a boil. Add cauliflower and broccoli; return to a boil. Cover and cook for 3 minutes. Drain and pat dry.

In another large saucepan, melt butter. Stir in flour until smooth; gradually add milk. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Reduce heat; stir in the cheese, jam, curry, S& P . Cook and stir over low heat until cheese is melted. Remove from the heat.

Place the cauliflower and broccoli in a greased 1 1/2 quart baking dish. Top with cheese sauce. Combine topping ingredients; sprinkle over sauce. Bake, uncovered, at 350 degrees for 20-25 minutes or until vegetables are tender.

Yield: 4-6 servings