An indulgent treat for a special celebration. Calcium-rich broccoli is the star of this creamy, meatless recipe. It’s so versatile it can be served for brunch, lunch or as a side dish. Simply delicious and nutritious, the tart can be assembled the night before, then pop it in the oven when the guests arrive and it’s ready to serve warm in 30 minutes.

Ingredients:

• prepared pie crust, 9 inch diameter (22.5cm)
• 4 cups (960mL) broccoli florets
• 2 Tbsp. (30mL) Mrs. Dash® Garlic & Herb Seasoning Blend
• 8 Oz. (225g) cream cheese at room temp
• 1/2 cup (120mL) half and half cream
• 2 large eggs
• 1 egg yolk
• 3 green onions, finely chopped
• 2 tsp (10mL) slivered almonds

Directions:

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Bake pie shell until slightly browned, about 10 minutes. Remove from oven.
3. Cook broccoli in boiling water until crisp-tender, about 7 minutes. Drain and rinse under cold water, pat dry.
4. Place the pie shell on a baking sheet for easier handling.Spread broccoli evenly over the bottom of the pie shell.
5. Beat cream cheese with Mrs. Dash® Garlic & Herb, gradually add half-and-half cream.
6. Beat eggs and egg yolk in a seperate bowl, add to cream cheese mixture. Stir in green onions.
7. Carefully and slowly pour mixture over the broccoli, do not allow to overflow.
8. Sprinkle with almonds and bake until set and golden, about 30 minutes. Serve warm.

Recipe Summary:

Serves: 6

Prep Time: 10 min

Cook Time: 40 min to 45 min

Nutritional Information:

Calories:678 % of Calories from Fat:49 % Total Fat:37 g     Saturated Fat:14 g     Unsaturated Fat:21 g     Trans Fat:0 g Cholesterol:158 mg Sodium:205 mg  Potassium:366 mg Carbohydrates:77 g Fiber:7 g Protein:11 g

moderate sodium