Description

This Broccoli Cheese Cornbread recipe combines the savory flavors of cheddar cheese and tender broccoli with the classic sweet and crumbly cornbread base. Perfect as a side dish for family dinners or gatherings, this easy-to-make recipe adds a nutritious twist to traditional cornbread, delivering a delightful blend of textures and flavors that everyone will enjoy.

Ingredients

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Eggs and Dairy

4 large eggs
16 ounces cottage cheese
1 ½ cups shredded cheddar cheese
1 stick butter, melted

Vegetables

½ cup chopped onion
2 cups broccoli, frozen and thawed or fresh, slightly chopped

Dry Ingredients

2 boxes Jiffy Cornbread Mix (8.5 oz each)
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon pepper

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Instructions

Preheat oven: Preheat your oven to 350 degrees F to ensure it reaches the proper baking temperature while you prepare the batter.
Prepare batter: In a large mixing bowl, lightly beat the 4 eggs. Add the cottage cheese and shredded cheddar cheese, mixing until combined. Fold in the chopped onion, chopped broccoli, salt, and pepper. Add one box of Jiffy cornbread mix at a time, gently mixing to combine all ingredients without over-mixing, which ensures a tender texture.
Prepare baking dish: Pour the melted butter into a 9×13-inch casserole dish. Use a spoon to spread the butter evenly by placing large spoonfuls of the cornbread batter in each of the four corners first, then fill the center with the remaining batter, helping the melted butter distribute throughout the dish for a crispy, buttery crust.
Bake: Place the casserole dish in the preheated oven and bake for 40 to 45 minutes, or until the cornbread is set and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
Rest and serve: Allow the cornbread to cool and sit for about 15 minutes after baking. This resting period helps it firm up, making it easier to slice into 12 pieces and enhances the flavors before serving.

Notes

Use fresh broccoli for a crunchier texture or frozen broccoli for convenience; just be sure to thaw it well and drain excess moisture.
Do not overmix the batter after adding the cornbread mix to prevent a dense texture.
Letting the cornbread rest before cutting improves slicing and flavor melding.
Can be served as a side dish for chili, soup, or grilled meats.
For a spicier twist, consider adding chopped jalapeños or a pinch of cayenne pepper.