Easy Cheesy Broccoli
Transform your mealtime with "Easy Cheesy Broccoli," a quick and wholesome side dish that combines tender, vibrant broccoli florets with a velvety cheddar cheese sauce. Ready in just 25 minutes, this crowd-pleaser features a rich, homemade roux enhanced with garlic powder, salt, and pepper for that perfect savory touch. Ideal for busy weeknights or holiday gatherings, this recipe brings a delightful twist to classic comfort food while sneaking in extra veggies! Serve it alongside roasted chicken, grilled steak, or even as a hearty vegetarian option on its own. Discover how effortlessly delicious eating your greens can be with this creamy, cheesy, and utterly irresistible dish.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups broccoli florets
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1.5 cups milk
- 1.5 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 0.5 teaspoons garlic powder
- 0.25 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
- 4 cups water
Instructions
In a large pot, bring 4 cups of water to a boil over medium-high heat.
Add the broccoli florets to the boiling water and blanch for 3-4 minutes, or until just tender but still bright green.
Drain the broccoli and set it aside.
In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat.
Once the butter has melted, add the flour and whisk constantly for 1-2 minutes to form a roux. The flour should be lightly golden but not browned.
Slowly pour in the milk while whisking to prevent lumps. Continue to whisk until the mixture thickens, about 3-4 minutes.
Lower the heat to medium-low and stir in the shredded cheddar cheese until melted and smooth.
Add the garlic powder, salt, and black pepper to the cheese sauce, stirring to combine.
Add the blanched broccoli to the cheese sauce and gently toss to coat the florets evenly.
Serve warm as a side dish and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1213 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 85.5 g | 110% | |
| Saturated Fat | 53.6 g | 268% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 280 mg | 93% | |
| Sodium | 2105 mg | 92% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 53.8 g | 20% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.4 g | 34% | |
| Total Sugars | 22.4 g | ||
| Protein | 69.5 g | 139% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.1 mcg | 21% | |
| Calcium | 1910 mg | 147% | |
| Iron | 4.0 mg | 22% | |
| Potassium | 614 mg | 13% | |
*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.
