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Homestyle Cheezy Broccoli Recipe

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Nov 19 2025

30m

Serves 4

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Recipe information

Make Homestyle Cheezy Broccoli in just 30m. Broccoli with cheese sauce.

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Ingredients

Vegetables

Cheese Sauce

Preparation

Preparing the Broccoli

1. Wash and Cut Broccoli

Rinse the broccoli florets under cold running water. Trim off any tough stems and cut into bite-sized pieces.

2. Steam the Broccoli

In a large pot, bring about 1 inch of water to a boil. Place a steamer basket in the pot and add the broccoli florets. Cover and steam for about 5-7 minutes until tender but still bright green. Remove from heat and set aside.

Making the Cheese Sauce

3. Melt Butter

In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt the unsalted butter.

4. Add Flour

Add the all-purpose flour to the melted butter, whisking continuously for about 1-2 minutes until the mixture is lightly golden (this is called a roux).

5. Add Milk

Gradually pour in the milk while whisking to avoid lumps. Continue to whisk until the sauce begins to thicken, about 2-3 minutes.

6. Incorporate Cheese

Reduce heat to low and add the shredded cheddar cheese, stirring until melted and smooth. Season with salt, black pepper, and garlic powder.

Combining and Serving

7. Combine Broccoli and Cheese Sauce

Pour the cheese sauce over the steamed broccoli and gently stir to coat the florets evenly.

8. Serve

Transfer the cheesy broccoli to a serving dish and enjoy warm as a delicious side dish.

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