Broccoli with White Sauce
Elevate your vegetable side dish game with this creamy and comforting Broccoli with White Sauce recipe. Featuring tender-crisp broccoli florets blanketed in a velvety homemade white sauce, this dish strikes the perfect balance of wholesome and indulgent. The flawless béchamel sauce, made with a rich roux of butter and flour, is enhanced with milk, a touch of nutmeg for subtle warmth, and a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese for an optional savory finish. Quick to prepare in just 25 minutes, this recipe is ideal for weeknight dinners or as a standout side for your holiday table. Serve it warm for a crowd-pleasing accompaniment that pairs beautifully with roasted meats or hearty grains. Keywords: broccoli with white sauce, creamy broccoli side dish, easy vegetable recipes, homemade béchamel sauce, Parmesan broccoli recipe.
Log this recipe in SnapCalorie
Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams Broccoli florets
- 3 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 3 tablespoons All-purpose flour
- 2 cups Milk
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Ground black pepper
- 0.125 teaspoons Nutmeg (optional)
- 2 tablespoons Grated Parmesan cheese (optional, for garnish)
- 1 liter Water
Instructions
Fill a medium-sized pot with 1 liter of water and bring it to a boil over high heat.
Rinse the broccoli florets under cold water. Once the water is boiling, add the broccoli and blanch for 3-4 minutes until bright green and tender-crisp.
Drain the broccoli and immediately transfer it to a bowl of ice water to stop the cooking process. After a few minutes, drain the broccoli again and set it aside.
In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the flour and whisk constantly for 1-2 minutes to create a roux. The mixture should be smooth and slightly golden.
Gradually pour in the milk, whisking constantly to avoid lumps. Continue to whisk until the sauce begins to thicken, about 3-4 minutes.
Add the salt, ground black pepper, and nutmeg (if using). Taste the sauce and adjust seasoning as needed.
Reduce the heat to low and simmer for 1-2 minutes, stirring occasionally, to ensure the sauce is smooth and fully cooked.
Place the drained broccoli in a serving dish. Pour the hot white sauce evenly over the broccoli.
Sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese over the top if desired. Serve immediately while warm.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
807 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 49.6 g | 64% | |
| Saturated Fat | 29.0 g | 145% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 145 mg | 48% | |
| Sodium | 1704 mg | 74% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 65.2 g | 24% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.8 g | 46% | |
| Total Sugars | 29.8 g | ||
| Protein | 40.4 g | 81% | |
| Vitamin D | 5.5 mcg | 27% | |
| Calcium | 1031 mg | 79% | |
| Iron | 5.5 mg | 31% | |
| Potassium | 809 mg | 17% | |
*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.
