Recipes:
## **Broccoli with Buttery Crumbs**
**Serves 4**
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### **Ingredients**
* 1 (14-ounce) package frozen broccoli florets
* 1/2 cup butter, divided
* 1/2 teaspoon seasoned salt
* 1 cup croutons
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### **Make Ahead**
You can prepare the casserole for baking up to **4 hours ahead**. Refrigerate until ready to cook.
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### **Variation**
Add **2 tablespoons diced red pepper** to the casserole for added color and flavor.
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### **Directions**
1. Preheat oven to **375°F**. Place broccoli in a microwave-safe dish. Cover with plastic wrap. Microwave on HIGH until tender, about **3 minutes**; drain.
2. Melt butter in a small skillet over medium-high heat. Pour half of butter into a medium baking dish; add broccoli. Sprinkle with seasoned salt; stir.
3. Place croutons between sheets of waxed paper. Lightly crush with a rolling pin. Add croutons to skillet; toss with remaining butter until well coated.
4. Sprinkle croutons over broccoli. Bake casserole until croutons are browned and crisp, about **15 minutes**.
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### Make It Quicker
When time is tight, substitute **seasoned bread crumbs** for the croutons.
