Broccoli with Seriously Cheesy Sauce
Transform your everyday broccoli into a crave-worthy side dish with this recipe for Broccoli with Seriously Cheesy Sauce. Tender, vibrant-green broccoli florets are perfectly steamed and smothered in a rich, velvety cheese sauce made from a dreamy combination of sharp cheddar and nutty Parmesan. With a touch of Dijon mustard and garlic powder, the sauce packs a punch of flavor that elevates this dish to irresistible status. Perfect for busy weeknights or as a crowd-pleasing side for your holiday table, this recipe comes together in just 30 minutes and serves 4. Whether you're aiming to sneak more veggies into dinner or simply craving creamy comfort food, this cheesy broccoli is sure to satisfy everyone at the table!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams broccoli florets
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 2 cups milk
- 2 cups cheddar cheese, shredded
- 0.25 cups Parmesan cheese, grated
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 0.5 teaspoons garlic powder
- 0.25 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
- 4 cups water
Instructions
Prepare the broccoli by washing it thoroughly and cutting it into even-sized florets.
In a large pot, bring 4 cups of water to a boil. Add a pinch of salt to the water.
Steam or blanch the broccoli florets by adding them to the boiling water for 3–4 minutes, or until they are tender but still bright green. Drain immediately and set aside.
In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat.
Once the butter is melted, whisk in the flour to form a roux. Cook for 1–2 minutes, whisking continuously, until the roux is light golden in color.
Slowly pour in the milk while whisking constantly to avoid lumps. Continue whisking and cooking until the mixture thickens, about 5 minutes.
Reduce the heat to low and stir in the shredded cheddar cheese, Parmesan cheese, Dijon mustard, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Stir until the cheese is melted and the sauce is smooth.
Taste the cheese sauce and adjust the seasoning if needed.
Arrange the steamed broccoli on a serving dish and pour the warm cheese sauce generously over the top.
Serve immediately and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1738 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 125.7 g | 161% | |
| Saturated Fat | 79.1 g | 395% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 397 mg | 132% | |
| Sodium | 2856 mg | 124% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 73.8 g | 27% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.9 g | 46% | |
| Total Sugars | 29.8 g | ||
| Protein | 100.8 g | 202% | |
| Vitamin D | 6.6 mcg | 33% | |
| Calcium | 2740 mg | 211% | |
| Iron | 7.1 mg | 39% | |
| Potassium | 1054 mg | 22% | |
*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.
