Step 1

Fill a medium saucepan with water and bring to a boil. Aggressively season with salt. Blanch the broccoli in boiling water for about two minutes.

Step 2

Drain and finely chop the cooked broccoli.

Step 3

In a mixing bowl, add broccoli, scallions, garlic, cheddar, egg, and bread crumbs. Optional: Add hot sauce of choice. Mix well and chill in the refrigerator for 15–20 minutes.

Step 4

Preheat oven to 400°F (204°C).

Step 5

Spray a nonstick baking sheet with nonstick spray. Shape the mixture into tot shapes and spread them evenly on the sheet.

Step 6

Bake for 8–9 minutes. Flip and then bake for an additional 8–9 minutes on the other side until golden brown.

Step 7

Enjoy!