Steamed Broccoli with Cheese
Transform simple broccoli into a show-stopping side dish with this Steamed Broccoli with Cheese recipe. Perfectly tender steamed broccoli florets are topped with a luxuriously creamy homemade cheddar cheese sauce, made from pantry staples like butter, flour, and milk. This quick and easy dish, ready in just 25 minutes, strikes the perfect balance between healthy and indulgent, making it a family-friendly favorite for busy weeknights or holiday feasts. Customize the depth of flavor with a touch of garlic powder, and prepare to impress with a vibrant, cheesy companion to any main course. Ideal for those seeking a wholesome comfort food option, this recipe is guaranteed to elevate your vegetable game!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams Broccoli
- 150 grams Cheddar cheese
- 2 tablespoons Butter
- 2 tablespoons All-purpose flour
- 1 cup Milk
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoons Garlic powder (optional)
- 2 cups Water
Instructions
Prepare the broccoli by washing it thoroughly and cutting it into evenly-sized florets.
In a large pot, bring 2 cups of water to a boil. Place a steamer basket over the pot, making sure it doesn’t touch the water.
Add the broccoli florets to the steamer basket. Cover the pot and steam for 5-7 minutes, or until the broccoli is tender but still bright green. Remove the broccoli from the steamer and set aside.
Grate the cheddar cheese and set it aside for the cheese sauce.
In a medium-sized saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Once fully melted, whisk in the flour to create a roux. Cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring constantly, to remove the raw flour taste.
Slowly whisk in the milk, ensuring there are no lumps. Continue whisking until the mixture thickens, about 3-4 minutes.
Reduce the heat to low and add the grated cheddar cheese to the sauce. Stir until the cheese is fully melted and the sauce is smooth and creamy.
Season the cheese sauce with salt, black pepper, and optional garlic powder to taste.
Place the steamed broccoli on a serving platter and drizzle the cheese sauce generously over the top.
Serve immediately and enjoy this warm and delicious side dish!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
306 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 20.6 g | 26% | |
| Saturated Fat | 12.8 g | 64% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 62 mg | 21% | |
| Sodium | 746 mg | 32% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 14.9 g | 5% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.2 g | 11% | |
| Total Sugars | 5.0 g | ||
| Protein | 15.3 g | 31% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.1 mcg | 5% | |
| Calcium | 413 mg | 32% | |
| Iron | 1.4 mg | 8% | |
| Potassium | 521 mg | 11% | |
*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.
