Cheesy Broccoli
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
15 mins
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Total Time
25 mins
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Servings
4 servings
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Calories
215 kcal
Cheesy Broccoli
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This cheesy broccoli recipe is a classic side dish that's kid-friendly, delicious, quick and easy. The homemade cheese sauce is perfection!
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Ingredients
- 1 pound broccoli cut into florets (about 6 cups florets)
- water
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons flour
- 1 cup milk I used 1%
- ⅔ cup cheddar cheese shredded
- 2 tablespoons Parmesan Cheese grated
- ¼ teaspoon kosher salt plus additional to taste
- Pinch ground mustard optional
- Pinch cayenne pepper optional
Instructions
- Place the broccoli in a large saucepan. Cover with enough water to create a thin layer of water across the bottom of the pan (about 1 cup or so should do it; the broccoli itself will not be covered). Bring to a simmer over high heat, then cover the pan and let simmer until the broccoli is bright green and crisp-tender, 4 to 5 minutes. Drain the broccoli, then place in a bowl and cover to keep warm.
- With a towel, carefully wipe the pan dry. Add the butter and melt over medium-low. Once it melts, sprinkle the flour over the top. Whisk constantly until the flour turns golden, about 1 full minute.
- Slowly pour in the milk, whisking constantly to avoid lumps. Let simmer, whisking the entire time, until the sauce thickens slightly, about 3 minutes.
- Reduce the heat to low. Working a small handful at a time, whisk in the cheddar cheese, allowing it to melt fully between additions (if you add too much at once, the sauce will clump). Stir in the Parmesan, salt, and mustard and cayenne (if using). Taste and adjust the seasoning as desired (I add a pinch of extra salt). Serve the broccoli warm, with the cheese sauce over the top. Or, stir the broccoli gently into the sauce and serve it mixed.
Notes
- TO STORE: Refrigerate cheesy broccoli in an airtight storage container for up to 4 days.
- TO REHEAT: Heat leftovers in a skillet set over medium heat or in the microwave. If you’ve refrigerated the cheese sauce separately, you can warm that in the microwave or in a saucepan set over medium-low heat.
- TO FREEZE: Freeze cheesy broccoli in an airtight container or freezer bag for up to 3 months, then thaw in the refrigerator before heating.
- TO STORE: Refrigerate cheesy broccoli in an airtight storage container for up to 4 days.
- TO REHEAT: Heat leftovers in a skillet set over medium heat or in the microwave. If you’ve refrigerated the cheese sauce separately, you can warm that in the microwave or in a saucepan set over medium-low heat.
- TO FREEZE: Freeze cheesy broccoli in an airtight container or freezer bag for up to 3 months, then thaw in the refrigerator before heating.
Nutrition Information
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Serving
1(of 4)
Calories
215kcal
(11%)
Carbohydrates
14g
(5%)
Protein
11g
(22%)
Fat
14g
(22%)
Saturated Fat
8g
(40%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
1g
(6%)
Monounsaturated Fat
3g
(15%)
Trans Fat
0.2g
(10%)
Cholesterol
39mg
(13%)
Potassium
477mg
(10%)
Fiber
3g
(12%)
Sugar
5g
(10%)
Vitamin A
1207IU
(24%)
Vitamin C
101mg
(112%)
Calcium
285mg
(29%)
Iron
1mg
(6%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 4servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 215 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1(of 4) | |
| Calories | 215kcal | 11% |
| Carbohydrates | 14g | 5% |
| Protein | 11g | 22% |
| Fat | 14g | 22% |
| Saturated Fat | 8g | 40% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Trans Fat | 0.2g | 10% |
| Cholesterol | 39mg | 13% |
| Potassium | 477mg | 10% |
| Fiber | 3g | 12% |
| Sugar | 5g | 10% |
| Vitamin A | 1207IU | 24% |
| Vitamin C | 101mg | 112% |
| Calcium | 285mg | 29% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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