Description
Broccoli Cheese Bake combines tender broccoli florets with a rich, cheesy sauce, baked to golden perfection for a comforting side dish.
Ingredients
4 cups broccoli florets
2 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 cup milk
1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
Salt and pepper, to taste
1/2 cup breadcrumbs (optional, for topping)
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional, for topping)
Instructions
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
Steam the broccoli until just tender, about 3-4 minutes, then drain and place in a greased baking dish.
In a saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Stir in flour and cook for 1 minute. Gradually add milk, whisking continuously until the sauce thickens.
Remove from heat, stir in cheddar cheese and garlic powder, and season with salt and pepper. Pour the cheese sauce over the broccoli.
If using, mix breadcrumbs with Parmesan cheese and sprinkle over the top.
Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the top is golden and bubbly.
Notes
For a healthier version, substitute whole wheat flour and low-fat milk.
Add cooked chicken or bacon for a heartier dish.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 35mg