Broccoli with Cheese Sauce
Elevate your vegetable game with this mouthwatering Broccoli with Cheese Sauce recipe—a perfect blend of tender, steamed broccoli and a rich, creamy cheddar cheese sauce. Ideal as a comforting side dish, this recipe combines the earthy goodness of broccoli with the velvety decadence of cheese, creating a match made in culinary heaven. The silky cheese sauce is made from scratch using butter, flour, milk, and sharp cheddar, flavored with a hint of nutmeg for a subtle warmth. Ready in just 30 minutes, it’s a quick and easy way to add a burst of flavor to your dinner table. Whether served alongside roasted meats or as a standalone delight, this dish is sure to become a family favorite. Keywords: broccoli with cheese sauce, steamed broccoli recipe, homemade cheese sauce, broccoli side dish, comfort food.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups broccoli florets
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 2 cups milk
- 1.5 cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
- 0.125 teaspoons ground nutmeg
- 2 cups water
Instructions
Prepare your broccoli by rinsing the florets under cold water. Cut them into uniform bite-sized pieces if they aren't already.
In a large pot, bring 2 cups of water to a boil. Add the broccoli florets and cover the pot. Steam the broccoli over medium-high heat for about 5-7 minutes, or until the broccoli is tender but still vibrant green.
Once cooked, drain the broccoli and set it aside, keeping it warm.
In a medium-sized saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat.
Add the all-purpose flour and whisk continuously for about 1 minute to form a roux. The mixture should be smooth and bubbly.
Gradually whisk in the milk, ensuring there are no lumps. Continue whisking as the mixture comes to a simmer and thickens. This will take about 5 minutes.
Reduce the heat to low, then slowly stir in the shredded sharp cheddar cheese until fully melted and smooth.
Season the cheese sauce with salt, black pepper, and a pinch of ground nutmeg. Stir to combine flavors evenly.
Pour the cheese sauce over the steamed broccoli, ensuring all florets are well-coated.
Serve the broccoli with cheese sauce immediately as a tasty side dish to any main course.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1267 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 87.7 g | 112% | |
| Saturated Fat | 54.9 g | 274% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 290 mg | 97% | |
| Sodium | 2717 mg | 118% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 58.7 g | 21% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.4 g | 34% | |
| Total Sugars | 28.3 g | ||
| Protein | 73.0 g | 146% | |
| Vitamin D | 6.4 mcg | 32% | |
| Calcium | 2021 mg | 155% | |
| Iron | 5.2 mg | 29% | |
| Potassium | 972 mg | 21% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
