Ingredients
1 cup diced carrots1 cup diced celery1 cup chopped onion4 teaspoons butter, divided1-1/2 cups (6 ounces each) shredded cheddar cheese, divided2 cups fresh broccoli florets1/4 cup chicken or vegetable brothSalt and pepper to taste
Preparation
In a large skillet, saute the carrots, celery and onion in 3 teaspoons butter until tender. Transfer to a greased 1-1/2-qt. baking dish. Top with 3/4 cup cheese. In the same skillet, saute broccoli in the remaining butter for 1 minute. Place over cheese; pour broth over all.
Cover and bake at 350° for 25 minutes. Uncover; sprinkle with remaining cheese. Bake 5 minutes longer or until cheese is melted and vegetables are tender. Season with salt and pepper. Serve with a slotted spoon.
