Homestyle Cheezy Broccoli Recipe
Broccoli with cheese sauce.
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Ingredients
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Vegetables
Cheese Sauce
Method
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.
