This recipe was shared by the hostess of a lovely baby shower luncheon. I have since served it at 2 baby shower luncheons and it was a huge hit -- many guests asked for the recipe. Can be made a day ahead and baked just before serving.
Cook broccoli according to package directions and drain. Combine cottage cheese, eggs, 4 Tbsp. butter and flour in flood processor or blender. Blend until cottage cheese mixture is smooth and creamy; pour into large bowl. Fold in broccoli, onion, corn (drained), cheese, salt, pepper, and hot pepper sauce. Pour into a greased, deep 2-1/2 quart casserole.
Make soft bread crumbs by tearing 1 bread slice into blender container and blending on low speed until soft crumbs have formed. Repeat with remaining bread slice. Melt remaining 2 Tbsp. butter in skillet. Add crumbs and saute until golden brown (over just above medium heat, this takes about 15 minutes). Sprinkle buttered bread crumbs and bacon over cottage cheese mixture.
Bake at 350F for 1 hour or until mixture is set. Makes 8-12 servings.
Menu idea: I served this with Chicken Caesar Salad (we grilled the chicken), Green Chili and Cheese Cornbread (heated), hot crusty french bread slices, and Jai Lai Butter. Everyone went home satisfied!