Taste of Home
Broccoli with Cheese Sauce
TOTAL TIME: Prep/Total Time: 15 min.
YIELD: 4 servings.
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
Ingredients
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1 medium bunch broccoli, cut into spears
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2 tablespoons water
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3-1/2 teaspoons cornstarch
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1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
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1/4 teaspoon onion powder
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Dash white pepper
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Dash ground nutmeg
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1 cup whole milk
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1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
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1/2 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
Directions
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1.
Place the broccoli and water in a microwave-safe bowl. Cover and microwave on high for 3-5 minutes or until tender.
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2.
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
1 cup: 134 calories, 6g fat (4g saturated fat), 21mg cholesterol, 241mg sodium, 10g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 2g fiber), 11g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1 vegetable, 1 fat, 1/2 reduced-fat milk.
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