Broccoli Poppers

We tried some of these as take-out at my Sister-in-law's house and they were so delicious. When I came across this recipe I had to try it. The kids love Broccoli.

Recipe adapted from superhealthykids.com

Ingredients:

• 4 c. broccoli florets
• 1 c. shredded cheddar cheese
• 1/2 tsp. onion powder
• 1/4 tsp. garlic powder
• 1 large egg
• 1/4 c. bread crumbs, dry & plain
• 1/2 c. Panko  (Japanese bread crumbs)

Directions:

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F and line a cookie sheet with parchment paper.
2. Steam your broccoli for 2-3 minutes until tender.
3. Chop broccoli into tiny pieces with a knife
4. Squeeze out the excess water by pressing on the broccoli with a towel.  Transfer to a bowl.
5. Add the rest of your ingredients to a large bowl except for  the Panko, and mix.
6. Scoop out tablespoon size balls of the mixture and roll in Panko.  Place on lined cookie sheet.
7. Bake for 10 minutes then turn them over and bake for 10 more minutes or until golden and crispy.