Best Broccoli Trees With Cheese Sauce Recipes

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BROCCOLI WITH CHEESE SAUCE



Broccoli with Cheese Sauce image

This creamy cheese sauce for broccoli is a great way to jazz up veggies. Try any cheese you like. For an elegant look, garish with minced parsley or grated egg whites. -Sandy Spackman, Trenton, Utah

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 15m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 medium bunch broccoli, cut into spears
2 tablespoons water
3-1/2 teaspoons cornstarch
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon onion powder
Dash white pepper
Dash ground nutmeg
1 cup whole milk
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1/2 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce

Steps:

  • Place the broccoli and water in a microwave-safe bowl. Cover and microwave on high for 3-5 minutes or until tender., Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, whisk the cornstarch, seasonings and milk until smooth. Bring to a boil over medium heat; cook and stir for 1-2 minutes or until thickened. Stir in the cheddar cheese and Worcestershire sauce until cheese is melted. Drain the broccoli; top with cheese sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 134 calories, Fat 6g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 21mg cholesterol, Sodium 241mg sodium, Carbohydrate 10g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 11g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

BROCCOLI TREES WITH CHEESE SAUCE



Broccoli Trees With Cheese Sauce image

Provided by Kim Severson

Categories     dinner, easy, quick, side dish

Time 5m

Yield About 1 cup sauce

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 tablespoons butter
3 tablespoons flour
1 cup milk (not skim), more as needed
1 cup coarsely grated Cheddar cheese
Steamed fresh or frozen broccoli florets

Steps:

  • Melt butter in a small, heavy skillet or saucepan over medium heat. Add flour and cook, stirring constantly, until bubbly, fragrant and just golden, about 2 minutes.
  • Whisk in about 1/3 of the milk and bring to a simmer. Repeat twice more with remaining milk, continuing to whisk as sauce thickens and reducing heat if it boils.
  • Whisk in the cheese and heat through. If sauce is too thick, whisk in a little more milk. Pour into small bowls for dipping and serve with broccoli.

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