Broccoli Cheese Potato Topper
Elevate your baked potato game with this irresistible Broccoli Cheese Potato Topper recipe! Featuring tender steamed broccoli enveloped in a velvety cheddar cheese sauce, this quick and easy dish transforms simple baked potatoes into a hearty, satisfying meal. A touch of garlic powder adds depth, while a creamy roux ensures the sauce is perfectly smooth and luscious. Ready in just 25 minutes, this family-friendly recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or as an impressive side dish for your favorite entrees. Loaded with wholesome vegetables and rich, cheesy goodness, it’s a one-dish comfort food masterpiece you'll crave again and again.
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Ingredients
- 2 cups Fresh broccoli florets
- 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons All-purpose flour
- 1.5 cups Milk
- 1.5 cups Shredded cheddar cheese
- 0.5 teaspoons Garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
- 4 whole Baked potatoes
Directions
Step 1
Wash and prepare the fresh broccoli by cutting it into small florets. Steam the florets for 5 minutes or until tender. Set aside.
Step 2
In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the flour and whisk together to form a roux. Cook for 1-2 minutes while continuously stirring.
Step 3
Gradually pour in the milk while whisking to ensure there are no lumps. Cook for 3-4 minutes, or until the mixture begins to thicken.
Step 4
Reduce the heat to low and add the shredded cheddar cheese to the saucepan. Stir until the cheese is melted and the mixture is smooth.
Step 5
Season the cheese sauce with garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Stir well to combine.
Step 6
Gently fold the steamed broccoli florets into the cheese sauce until evenly coated.
Step 7
Place a baked potato on each plate and slice it open. Fluff the interior with a fork, then generously ladle the broccoli cheese sauce over the top.
Step 8
Serve immediately and enjoy this creamy, cheesy broccoli potato topper!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1457.6g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1827.4 |
| Total Fat 87.8g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 55.5g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.3g | |
| Cholesterol 276.5mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2545.8mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 195.1g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 20.7g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 27.7g | |
| Protein 78.8g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 161.0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 1847.3mg | 0% |
| Iron 9.9mg | 0% |
| Potassium 4893.1mg | 0% |
Source of Calories