Description
Tender broccoli florets topped with a rich, creamy cheddar cheese sauce make a comforting and flavorful side dish. Perfect for weeknight dinners or holiday meals.
Ingredients
- 2.5–3 Cups Broccoli Florets
- 2 Tbs Unsalted Butter
- 2 Tbs Flour
- 3/4 Cup Milk
- 1 Cup Cheddar Cheese, hand shredded
- Salt and Pepper to taste
- 1 Tsp Garlic Powder
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and add the broccoli. Cook for 3-4 minutes until tender.
- In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat and whisk in the flour. Continue whisking for 2-3 minutes to form a roux.
- Slowly whisk in the milk and season with salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Stir until smooth and slightly thickened.
- Reduce heat to low and gradually whisk in the shredded cheddar cheese until fully melted and smooth.
- Drain the broccoli and lightly season with salt and pepper.
- Plate the broccoli and pour the cheese sauce over the top. Serve warm.
Notes
- Use freshly shredded cheese for the smoothest sauce texture.
- Add a pinch of paprika or mustard powder for extra flavor.
- Do not overcook broccoli to maintain a bright green color and slight crunch.
- Sauce thickens as it cools; add a splash of milk if needed to loosen.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 16 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Boil, Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 220 kcal
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 320 mg
- Fat: 16 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 10 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 9 g
- Cholesterol: 45 mg
