Broccoli with Cheddar Sauce
This Broccoli with Cheddar Sauce is so much better than frozen broccoli with cheese sauce. It's a real favorite with kids.
Servings: 6
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 pounds broccoli florets (8 to 9 cups)
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 cup freshly shredded parmesan cheese
- 1 to 1 1/2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
Instructions
- Add an inch of water to a large saucepan. Place a steamer basket in the pot. Bring water to a boil and add the broccoli. Cover and steam for 4 to 5 minutes.
- While broccoli is cooking, melt butter in a medium saucepan. Add flour and cook and stir for 1 minute.
- Whisk in milk and bring to a simmer.
- Turn eat to low and stir in salt, pepper, Parmesan cheese, and cheddar cheese. Stir until cheese is melted. Add more milk if too thick. Remove from heat.
- Spoon sauce over broccoli.
Nutrition
Calories: 239kcal | Carbohydrates: 13g | Protein: 13g | Fat: 16g | Saturated Fat: 9g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Trans Fat: 0.2g | Cholesterol: 47mg | Sodium: 438mg | Potassium: 454mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 1209IU | Vitamin C: 101mg | Calcium: 342mg | Iron: 1mg